Head Chef

Job title:

Head Chef

Company

Las Iguanas

Job description

Join Our South American Adventure as a Head ChefAre you a dynamic and enthusiastic individual looking for an exciting opportunity in the hospitality industry? Look no further! At Iguanas, we’re all about creating memorable experiences, vibrant energy, and a sense of discovery. As a Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work 2024’, our South American-inspired restaurants are where passion meets flavour, and our team is the beating heart of our establishment.Why Join Las Iguanas?We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we offer:A Place for Everyone – We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if you bring passion and leadership, there’s a place for you in our kitchen!A Competitive Package – 45-hour contract, quarterly bonus, and referral bonus scheme.Amazing Discounts – 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.Career Growth – Fully funded apprenticeships in Hospitality Management (Level 4), L&D, HR, or Marketing (Levels 3, 4, & 5).Wellbeing & Support – Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, a second medical opinion service, and more.Perks & Rewards – Access to wages before payday, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and more!Team Competitions & Events – Win a trip to Cuba, Brazil and beyond! Team parties, and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers.What You’ll Do as a Head Chef:?‍? Work closely with the management team to achieve restaurant goals.

? Lead the guest experience by ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection.? Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene.? Create a fun, motivating team environment, with a focus on developing and nurturing talent.? Be commercially minded—analysing profit & loss accounts to make strong financial decisions and drive efficiency.Who We’re Looking For:At Las Iguanas, we don’t just look for experience—we look for leaders. If you’re a strong communicator, passionate about food and developing people and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.At Las Iguanas, everyone is welcome. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself and thrive. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know—we’re happy to help.Join the Las Iguanas family today and work somewhere awesome! Don’t just take our word for it—we’ve been recognised in the Top 100 of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024!Apply now and bring your leadership to the Las Iguanas kitchen!About Company: Las Iguanas Mermaid Quay is just 5 minutes away from the City Centre and overlooks Cardiff Bay. The Mermaid Quay district is home to two floors of shops, bars restaurants and Cafes and is particularly busy in the summer.

Expected salary

£40500 – 41000 per year

Location

Cardiff

Job date

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 22:22:01 GMT

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