Head Chef

TN United Kingdom; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned collection of food-led hotels and pubs as a Head Chef in Training. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented kitchen team and craft exceptional dishes while enjoying a competitive salary and a supportive work environment. With 3 days off per week and exciting staff events, you'll be part of a unique hospitality journey that values creativity and community.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

3 Days Off Per Week

Incredible staff trips and parties

Team-building days

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Ability to craft dishes with local ingredients.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Craft outstanding dishes with the finest local ingredients.
• Inspire and lead a driven, ambitious kitchen team.
• Uphold the reputation for culinary excellence.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Leadership

Creativity

Job description

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Join Our Team as a Head Chef in Training – Be Part of Our Next Chapter!

We are a collection of award-winning, food-led hotels and pubs across the South West. Since 2011, we’ve been redefining hospitality with beautifully restored historic properties that blend charm with modern luxury. Our portfolio includes AA Rosette-winning restaurants, boutique inns, and chic countryside retreats, each with stunning bedrooms, exceptional food, and a genuine sense of community.

We’re on the lookout for a Head Chef in Training to join our talented team as we prepare for our next stage of expansion!

Whether you're an experienced Head Chef eager to step into a new adventure or a Senior Sous Chef ready to take the leap, we want to hear from you. Our unique approach is all about bringing you in early, so you can fully immerse yourself in our way of running happy, creative, and productive kitchens before taking the reins at one of our acclaimed venues.

As Head Chef, you will:

Craft outstanding dishes with the finest local ingredients, maintaining our high standards of quality and innovation.

Inspire and lead a driven, ambitious kitchen team.

Uphold our reputation for culinary excellence and community-focused hospitality.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive Salary – £50K (including service charge & bonus).

3 Days Off Per Week (48 hours spread over 4 or 5 days).

Incredible staff trips, unforgettable parties (think summer fiesta like no other!), and team-building days.

A chance to grow with an independent company known for its originality, creativity, and team spirit.

We create places where people come to stay, eat, drink, and make lasting memories.

Apply now to be part of something special. Your journey with us starts here!