Head Chef

£ per annum

The Forge, Chester

Situated in the heart of this historic Roman town, The Forge Restaurant is one of Chester’s best restaurants with delicious food and unrivalled service. With a passion for wild, sustainable British ingredients and a love of simple cooking over fire and charcoal The Forge has its kitchen front and centre in the middle of this lovely, and elegant space.

We bring a traditional approach to contemporary British cooking. Marrying the refinement of century old techniques with the very best local ingredients, The Forge brings to life the flavours, textures and aromas of the lands that surround us and always with the customer at the heart.

The Role:

Are you ready to take your culinary career to the next level? We are looking for a passionate and talented Head Chef to lead our team and create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests. Join us in our mission to exceed expectations and set new standards in the culinary world. If you have a true passion for food, a creative flair, and a drive for excellence, we want to hear from you. Come be a part of something special and make your mark in the world of gastronomy. The journey starts here - apply now!

The Ideal Candidate:

Are you a passionate and hands-on leader looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in high-volume kitchens? If so, we want you to join our team!

We are seeking a dynamic individual who can lead by example and inspire their team to exceed all expectations. Your creativity and dedication will create unforgettable experiences for our guests, setting us apart from the competition. As a mentor, you will guide and motivate your brigade to achieve targets and maintain the highest standards of service. Your broad knowledge of the industry and proactive leadership style will ensure the success of our kitchen. If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a team that values excellence, then we want to hear from you!

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.

Benefits:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at all Castlebridge properties for you and your friends and family, so everyone can enjoy a break away. Rates start from £50 per night, with breakfast included.
• 50% off your bill when you dine in one of our Restaurants or Bars.
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programme to develop your career without a reduction in your pay.
• Cycle to work scheme - save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes.
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from just £1 per week.
• Referral schemes for referring your friends or family to join our team.
• Flexible shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone.
• Monthly colleague recognition through our 5-Star Service rewards programme and monetary rewards for long service milestones.
• Use of Wagestream financial wellbeing platform, allowing you to access your pay as and when you need it.
• Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you.
• An internal communications hub which acts as our very own social media platform, connecting you to your colleagues and the wider group in seconds.