Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented & experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team at our 2 AA Rosette Awarded restaurant & cider house, The Railway Inn!
The Railway Inn is a charming country inn nestled in the rolling Somerset countryside, just 10 miles south of Bristol. Served in a selection of formal, informal, and outdoor areas. Our aim is simple: to provide high-quality food, exceptional service, and great value, all while embodying the ethos of Thatchers Cider Company, by believing in better!
What will I be doing?
The Head Chef will be responsible for managing and controlling the kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality food, while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.
As Head Chef, you will:
Oversee the smooth running of the kitchen during service and non-service times, including rotas, stock control, menu planning, food production, and presentation
Work closely with FOH to ensure that a high-quality service is being delivered
Create an imaginative and high-quality food offer with the kitchen team, delivering consistent excellence every day
Manage all costings and selling prices to achieve the agreed gross profit margins.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with all suppliers
Promote Thatcher’s name and products within the menu wherever possible
Maintain the kitchen to the highest standards of cleanliness, meeting all hygiene, health, and safety legislative requirements, including HACCP and COSHH
Liaise with Thatchers Cider Company regarding any maintenance issues
Train and develop the kitchen team
In the summer months we have an additional kitchen that we use to service the outdoor area. This is around 100 additional covers in the summer. During the winter months, we serve lunch and dinner from Monday to Sunday in the restaurant (65 covers) and the bar (25 covers).
What are the perks?
Competitive salary and benefits package
Discounts at our cider shop and pub
Opportunity to work in the beautiful surroundings of our picturesque village pub
Training and development opportunities to help you become the best at what you do
What are we looking for?
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality food and want to be part of the Thatchers family, you will need:
Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a similar environment
The ability to manage a menu to ensure that we provide the right offer for our customers
Strong leadership and management skills
Excellent culinary skills with a creative flair
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Who are Thatchers Cider?
Established in 1904 by William John Thatcher, we have grown into one of the top cider-making businesses in the world. Now in our fifth generation of family cider makers, we’re exceptionally proud of our Somerset roots.
We’ve experienced tremendous growth through industry-leading levels of investment in our marketing, people development, innovative technology and world-class cider mill. The best part? We’re just getting started.
The Railway Inn is a charming country inn nestled in the rolling Somerset countryside, just 10 miles south of Bristol. Served in a selection of formal, informal, and outdoor areas. Our aim is simple: to provide high-quality food, exceptional service, and great value, all while embodying the ethos of Thatchers Cider Company.
