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A rare opportunity to relaunch and lead the kitchen of one of Witney's most iconic pubs. The Blue Boar is about to begin an exciting new chapter. As part of a major investment programme across the Acorn Pubs estate, The Blue Boar will soon close for a significant refurbishment before reopening with a fresh new look and renewed ambition. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious and talented Head Chef to join the business ahead of its relaunch and play a leading role in shaping its future success. Acorn Pubs is part of Brunning & Price, one of the UK's most respected pub operators, renowned for creating exceptional pubs with character, quality food and drink, and outstanding hospitality. Located in the heart of Witney, The Blue Boar has long been a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Following a substantial investment, the pub will reopen with an enhanced guest experience and an exciting opportunity to establish a food offering that reflects the quality and standards for which Acorn Pubs is known. We're looking for a Head Chef who can bring energy, creativity and strong leadership to the kitchen. Someone who is passionate about fresh, seasonal food, takes pride in developing talented teams, and is excited by the prospect of building something special from the ground up. This isn't simply a role running an established kitchen—it's an opportunity to influence menus, shape kitchen culture, recruit and develop your brigade, and help create a destination dining experience from day one of the relaunch. For a chef who thrives on ownership, enjoys being part of a significant project, and wants to make their mark on a much-loved pub, this is an exceptional opportunity.
Job Responsibility
Relaunch and lead the kitchen
Influence menus
Shape kitchen culture
Recruit and develop brigade
Help create a destination dining experience
Manage food culture
Work with pub manager to drive business
Formulate seasonal menus
Manage stock, GPs and labour controls
Requirements
Experience as a head chef, chef manager, kitchen manager or senior sous chef in a busy, premium fresh food environment
Responsible for food culture within pub
Work closely with pub manager
Help formulate seasonal menus with Executive Chefs
Confident leader who nurtures team and creates inclusive and supportive environment
Excellent business acumen to manage stock, GPs and labour controls
What we offer
Package up to £50k including TRONC and profit share