Chef
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a talented and experienced Chef who is passionate about cooking and preparing delicious, healthy meals. The successful candidate will have extensive experience working in health care facilities and in food preparation, and will be capable of working well under pressure.
As a Chef at the Holyhead, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll enjoy working in a team, serving up food to be proud of. Does this sound like the chef job for you? Join us at Ember Inns, a local to be proud of. Think, traditional pub grub, roaring fires and real ales set at the heart of the community. If you want to be part of the Inn crowd, we want to hear from you. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? • Flexible shifts to fit around you. • A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered. • 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family. • Hastee Pay – no more waiting for payday, you can access your earned pay when you need it. • Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications. • Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. • Discounts on gym memberships. • Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS A CHEF YOU’LL… • Prepare everything that is needed before service. • Cook food to be proud of and know the menu inside out. • Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.00-£11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Coventry: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Cooking: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Chef roles across The Holyhead, Coventry's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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