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We are recruiting an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen at one of our quality, food-led businesses. This role is well suited to an established Head Chef or a strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up, ideally with experience in a 1 rosette–standard pub or restaurant. This is good honest food no frills or foams. The food offer is British-forward, focusing on seasonality, locality, and provenance, alongside classic flavours and well-executed modern pub dishes. Menus are changed on a monthly basis, with a strong emphasis on running weekly specials boards that showcase the best produce from our trusted suppliers. You will have a high level of autonomy in the kitchen, while working closely with the senior team to design, develop, and finalise menus, ensuring consistency, strong margins, and a clear food identity.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and manage the kitchen operation on a day-to-day basis
Develop and deliver British-forward, seasonal menus
Plan and execute monthly menu changes and weekly specials boards
Maintain consistently high food quality, presentation, and portion control
Recruit, train, and manage the kitchen team
Manage rotas, ordering, stock control, GP, and wastage
Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
Work collaboratively with front-of-house and senior management teams
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
Background in a busy, food-led pub or restaurant (1 rosette standard preferred)
Strong leadership and people management skills
Passion for modern British cuisine, seasonality, and provenance
Excellent organisational and cost-control skills
Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Own transport essential due to location
What we offer:
Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 per annum, with TRONC & performance related bonus
High level of kitchen autonomy
Supportive senior management structure
Career development and progression within the group
Opportunity to lead and shape a respected pub kitchen