Head Chef

Turtle Bay - Head Chef

We're on the lookout for an inspiring, passionate and people-focused Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at Turtle Bay in Plymouth.

Our Rewards

• Great pay and excellent rewards
• Various team events and team rewards
• Progression with excellent training and opportunities, both professionally and personally with our mentorship programmes
• Apprenticeship opportunities - supporting you to achieve Level
• Enhanced family leave pay
• 50% discount at our restaurant for you and up to 6 friends
• Access to app - offering remote GP services, prescriptions, mental health support and physiotherapy support for you and your family
• Wellbeing is a focus for us with our Mental Health First Aid training and 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
• Loyalty bonuses
• Relocation package opportunities
• Referral bonus schemes - giving you the opportunity to earn up to £1,000 for successful referrals

About the Role

As Head Chef at Turtle Bay, you'll be the heartbeat of the kitchen - leading with passion, purpose and a love for bold, soulful Caribbean flavours. You'll bring the energy, confidence and calm leadership that keeps everything running smoothly - even in the heat of a busy service.

You'll take full ownership of the kitchen: managing stock, rota planning, training and development, health and safety standards, and of course, the quality and consistency of the food we serve. You'll empower your team to deliver dishes that are full of flavour and cooked with love - every time.

This role is about much more than just cooking - it's about building a kitchen culture where everyone feels valued, supported and proud of what they do. You'll mentor and grow your team, spotting talent and helping others rise through the ranks just like you did.

We're looking for someone who's hands on, solutions focused and confident in a fast paced environment. You'll be passionate about food and people, and you'll care deeply about delivering a relaxed, feel good guest experience every time.

If you're a Head Chef ready for a new adventure, or a strong Senior Sous ready to step up, Turtle Bay is the perfect place to grow, thrive and lead your own kitchen with freedom and flair.

• Lead and manage the kitchen team
• Manage stock and rota planning
• Plan and deliver daily menu items with quality and consistency
• Maintain health and safety standards
• Train and develop junior staff
• Develop creative menu ideas and dishes
• Ensure efficient kitchen operations during busy service
• Encourage good teamwork and maintain a positive kitchen culture
• Encourage staff to increase skills and support their career development
• Maintain health and safety standards in all aspects of kitchen operation