Head Chef, Country Pub, East midlands

A brilliant opportunity for a Head Chef who loves fresh food, runs a tight kitchen, and brings the right energy to a close team.

This is a well-regarded independent country pub

Not huge, Not tiny, Just busy enough to need a proper leader who can step in, take charge, and raise standards.

The role

• You will take full ownership of day-to-day kitchen running.
• You will work with a menu set by the company Executive Chef, plus the freedom to run weekly specials.
• You will lead a small team of 6.
• You will set the tone in the kitchen.
• Calm, organised, and professional.
• Great kitchen manager skills and on top of GP’s and kitchen financials

What you will do

• Lead from the front and keep service smooth
• Deliver fresh food menus to a consistent standard
• Create and run weekly specials
• Manage stock, GP, ordering, and stock takes to a high level
• Train, support, and develop your team
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and follow clear systems

What we need

• Strong kitchen management background
• Proven experience with fresh food menus
• You take stock control seriously and you are sharp with detail
• You lead with people skills and you build confidence in others
• You bring a personality that fits a modern, respectful culture
• You enjoy running a kitchen where standards matter

Pay:

Base up to £43,000 + tronc (circa £5,000) + Bonus up to 20%

Contracted to 48 hours there are options for 4 days on, 3 days off, Option to work 5 days if preferred and LIVE IN accommodation is available if you wanted to travel further afield or make the move permanent

Apply today