Head Chef

Kamro Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading country pub in Basingstoke seeks a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations. You'll lead menu prep, manage stock, and maintain hygiene standards while training a small team. This full-time role offers a performance-related bonus of £5,000 for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience running a kitchen.
• Strong cooking ability and leadership skills.
• Confident managing kitchen operations and costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily prep and kitchen service.
• Manage stock control and ordering.
• Train and develop junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Cooking

Kitchen Management

Food Hygiene

Job description

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Were recruiting for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a well-known country pub on the outskirts of Basingstoke. Its a full-time, hands-on role for someone confident running a kitchen and delivering consistently high standards.

About the role

Youll be responsible for all aspects of kitchen service from leading daily prep and service, to ordering, stock management, and team training. This is a busy kitchen, so youll need to be organised, reliable, and able to keep standards tight. Youll have the freedom to influence the menu and help grow the food side of the business. A performance-related bonus of £5,000 is in place for the right person.

About the client

This independent pub has built a strong local reputation for quality food in a relaxed setting. The team is small, tight-knit, and focused on delivering a great experience for regulars and new faces alike. The kitchen is a key part of the business, and youll be joining at a time when the owners are investing in its growth.

Working hours

5 days a week- Approximately 45 hours a week

Split Shift

Lead chef on shift

Stock control and ordering

Kitchen management and food hygiene

Training and developing junior team members

Menu prep and planning

Key requirements

Minimum 5 years experience running a kitchen

Strong cooking ability and leadership skills

Confident managing kitchen operations and costs

Reliable and consistent with a calm, professional approach