Head Chef

Robinsons Brewery; Castleton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run brewery in Castleton is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-volume food preparation and will be responsible for ensuring exceptional food quality and managing kitchen profitability. This role offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and numerous employee benefits, including discounts and career growth opportunities. If you’re passionate about crafting great dishes and fostering a positive kitchen environment, apply now!

Benefits

Competitive salary & performance-based bonus

25% employee discount on food, drink & accommodation

50% off food during shifts

Exclusive discounts at over 800 retailers

28 days paid annual leave

Career growth & personal development opportunities

Access to fully funded apprenticeships for your team

Wellbeing & mental health support programmes

Healthcare cash plan for dental, optical & medical treatments

Chef Whites provided

Well-equipped kitchens with top-tier tools

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Ability to manage and develop a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional food quality every time.
• Manage kitchen profitability and stock control.
• Ensure hygiene and safety compliance.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership skills

High-volume kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Stock control

Job description

Head Chef – Exciting Opportunity in a Thriving Family Business

Are you a passionate and experienced Head Chef looking for the next step in your career? Would you thrive in a smaller, independent business where your voice is valued and your ideas are heard? Do you have a strong background in high-volume, food-led traditional inns and the leadership skills to manage and develop a large kitchen team?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Role

As Head Chef, you’ll work closely with the General Manager, playing a key role in recruiting, training, and mentoring your kitchen team to help them reach their full potential.

You will be responsible for:

• Delivering exceptional food quality, consistently exceeding guest expectations.
• Managing all aspects of kitchen profitability, including ordering, stock control, and waste management.
• Ensuring impeccable hygiene and safety standards, in full compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations.
• Leading by example, fostering a positive and high-performing kitchen environment.

What We Offer

In return for your dedication and expertise, we provide:

• Competitive salary & performance-based bonus
• 25% employee discount on food, drink & accommodation
• 50% off food during shifts
• Exclusive discounts at over 800 retailers
• 28 days paid annual leave
• Career growth & personal development opportunities
• Access to fully funded apprenticeships for your team
• Wellbeing & mental health support programmes
• Healthcare cash plan for dental, optical & medical treatments
• Chef Whites provided
• Well-equipped kitchens with top-tier tools

Join Our Legacy

We are a family-run business with a rich history dating back to 1838. Stability, support, and career growth are at the heart of what we offer.

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead our kitchen to success, apply now!