The Coaching Inn Group
Head Chef Designate
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Head Chef Designate
Head Chef Designate at The Golden Fleece, Thirsk
Due to some long-term absences, we are seeking an ambitious individual to step into this leadership role in our busy kitchen. As Head Chef Designate, you will manage the day-to-day operations of a fresh food kitchen, catering to guests from breakfast through to evening, striving to deliver exceptional food experiences. The ideal candidate will be a chef on a professional journey with:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef
- Ambition to achieve a rosette award (or similar)
- Skilled in cost management, particularly gross profit margins
- Proven ability as a people manager
Why Join the Coaching Inn Group?
The role comes with exceptional benefits designed to support both your professional growth and wellbeing:
- Work/Life Balance: Genuine commitment to flexibility and collaboration
- Tips & Rewards:
- 100% of gratuities distributed weekly via TipJar troncking scheme
- Competitive Head Chef bonus (up to 20% of annual salary)
- Health & Security:
- Private healthcare
- Life insurance
- Annual health and wellbeing grant
- Holidays: Generous 6 weeks holiday
- Discounts:
- Up to 50% off food across all Coaching Inn Group hotels
- 50% off accommodation at our properties
- Travel & Unique Perks: Annual £1 stay offer at one of our hotels
- Career Development: Award-winning training and mentorship programmes
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and personalized wellbeing resources
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Role Requirements
We are looking for a talented professional who aligns with the following:
Key Responsibilities
- Passion for Food Trends: Inspiration and innovation in creating exceptional dishes, staying abreast of culinary trends
- Culinary Excellence: Unwavering dedication to maintaining high standards of fresh food quality
- Operations Management:
- Ability to cope with high-volume kitchen demand
- Consistently achieve 5-star Environmental Health Office (EHO) ratings
- Team Leadership: Experience in leading, motivating, and developing culinary teams
- Strategy & Costing: Skilled in menu creation and cost analysis to meet financial targets
- Profit-Driven Mindset: Experience working towards labour and gross profit (GP) targets
About The Coaching Inn Group
At the Coaching Inn Group, our mission is simple yet powerful: "To deliver Hospitality from the Heart"—exceptional service with a personal touch, crafted to create memorable guest experiences.
Our Vision
We are the premier operator of historic Coaching Inns and premium destination hotels across the stunning UK landscape. Our portfolio includes iconic venues in charming market towns and iconic beauty spots, celebrated as part of the "Top 25 Companies to Work For" recognition.
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What We Offer You
- Operational Excellence: Our hotels thrive on a bustling food and beverage sector, bolstered by a strong bedroom trade. We are the local marquee venue, offering vibrant, historic, and dynamic environments for both guests and team members.
- Purpose-Driven Work: We attract passionate professionals who blend exceptional hospitality with workplace camaraderie, mentoring and guiding every guest to experience their best days.
- Professional Growth: Through our award-winning career development programmes, we foster a "can-do" mentality, celebrating those who are at their best, both on and off-duty. Bring your energy, creativity, and desire to exceed expectations—we’ll provide the support and tools to grow professionally and personally.
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If you believe you could make The Golden Fleece and the Coaching Inn Group a better place to work and deliver delight, we invite you to apply for IND01. Let’s create something memorable together.
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