Head Chef

Boathouse; Bath; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 days a week

Share of tips

Profit share scheme

Pension

Health cover

Job summary

Hall & Woodhouse's Boathouse Bath is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead a high-performing team and deliver top-quality dishes in a busy riverside venue. The role requires managing kitchen operations, following brand specs, and maintaining strict food safety and allergen controls.

The successful candidate will enjoy a 5-day week, a competitive package up to £50K plus tips, a profit-share scheme, and comprehensive lifestyle benefits including pension and health cover.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef delivering high-quality fayre to brand specs.
• Experience leading a fast-paced, prestige kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team at a prestigious kitchen.
• Work to brand specifications and central specs.
• Deliver top-quality dishes under time and volume pressure.
• Manage kitchen operations and maintain compliance and sustainability.

Skills

Head Chef leadership

Leadership

Food safety

Allergen management

Kitchen administration

Team leadership

Job description

£50K + Tips + Profit Share + Benefits + 5 days working .....

About Hall & Woodhouse

Hall & Woodhouse is the Dorset based brewer that owns over 150 high end pub restaurants and inns throughout the South of England. Founded in 1777 we are a family owned company that blends the best traditional values with a progressive and inclusive approach to business.H&W holds a Sponsor License and could consider applications from Head Chefs already in the UK working under SOC 5434.

Magnificent Riverside Hotel Pub - Bath

Just by the park & Ride

Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of exceptional Inns and situated on the banks of the river Avon, just outside the city of Bath, with views of the picturesque countryside, the Boathouse is the perfect example of a traditional English country pub with rooms. The pub joined the Hall & Woodhouse family in 2017 and has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment. The beautiful garden runs alongside the river, offering the perfect location to relax.

Head Chef – Join a Sunday Times Best Place to Work

Looking for your next big step in a kitchen that’s full of energy, passion, and purpose?

We’re searching for a Head Chef comfortable in working to brand spec's to lead a high‑performing team at one of the area's best venues.

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Real work–life balance with a 5‑day week, consistent hours, and excellent working conditions.
• Great package of up to £50K, depending on level of development in the role plus a share of tips.
• Profit share scheme and bonus – when the business thrives, so do you.
• Comprehensive lifestyle benefits, including pension, health cover, wellbeing support, discounts, and more.
• A vibrant, supportive team in a business driven by sustainability and an authentic people-first culture.
• Job security and clear career progression, backed by an award‑winning employer.
• All the support you need to succeed – we set you up to lead with confidence.

You’ll thrive here if you’re:

• A highly organized, skilled Head Chef with experience delivering high-quality fayre to central spec's
• Someone who enjoys the buzz and spotlight of a fast‑paced, prestige kitchen.
• A chef who truly cares – motivated, passionate, and committed to excellence.
• An expert in food safety, hygiene, and allergen management.
• Calm, dependable, and resilient under pressure, with a solutions‑first mindset.
• Strong in kitchen admin and happy in following precise cooking and presentation specifications.
• A positive, inspirational leader who builds, motivates, and supports diverse teams.
• Diligent about compliance and sustainability.
• Able to reliably manage the commute and flexible to work days, evenings, and weekends.
• Keen to join an employer that recognizes and rewards dedication and talent.

Previous experience as head of managed pub kitchen is a big advantage.

Ready to Lead?

If you’re a hands‑on Head Chef with the skills, drive, and temperament to deliver consistent top‑quality dishes under time and volume pressure, we’d love to hear from you.