Head Chef, Country Pub, East midlands, Live in

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 smoothDeliver fresh food menus to a consistent standardCreate and run weekly specialsManage stock, GP, ordering, and stock takes to a high levelTrain, support, and develop your teamWork closely with the Executive Chef and follow clear systems

What we need

Strong kitchen management backgroundProven experience with fresh food menusYou take stock control seriously and you are sharp with detailYou lead with people skills and you build confidence in othersYou bring a personality that fits a modern, respectful cultureYou 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

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