About
Employer description
Byron is a popular restaurant chain serving proper burgers to the UK. Founded in 2007 they now have several restaurants in key locations across the country.
At Byron, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We love the energy and creativity that each person brings, and encourage everyone to be themselves. This makes for a fun and welcoming atmosphere, both for our staff and our guests. On average, our team members have been with us for 2.5 years, and nearly 20% have been part of the Byron family for over 5 years.
Main description
As a Kitchen Leader, you’ll work with your General Manager to develop and inspire the team to serve our guests our delicious burgers, fries & sides, plate after plate after plate. You’ll make sure your shift runs as it should – smoothly, and with great energy. You'll love being in the heart of the business and working side by side with your fellow Byronites, because as delicious as our burgers are, our people are the most important thing in our restaurants.
What will you be doing?
Alongside your General Manager, you’ll lead the kitchen team to create not only world-class burgers and sides, but an engaging culture and a positive atmosphere. As a Head Chef with Byron, you’ll:
· Build and develop the team, acting with patience and emotional intelligence
· Have a strong understanding of Health and Safety and audit standards
· Have experience working in a leadership role within a kitchen
· Have great attention to detail, ensuring all food leaves the kitchen as it should
· Be responsible for following process which will ensure all your audits are passed with flying colours
· Be in charge of managing your stock and ensuring your team are working to spec and recording all wastage
Benefits
· Access to your pay after you earn it with Wagestream – make your Pay Day work around you
· Pension Scheme· Free meal on shift
· 50% food discount for you and your friends/family
· Win High Street Shopping Vouchers through our many incentive schemes
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 30/05/2026
Salary
Up to £16.25 an hour + Tronc *
Location
This job is located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
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