Head Chef

Dodo Pub Co.; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub company is seeking a motivated and passionate Head Chef to join their team at The Bottle of Sauce. This role involves taking ownership of the pub, leading the kitchen team, and ensuring high standards of food quality and customer experience. With a competitive salary and various perks, this position offers a great opportunity for professional growth in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Paid Overtime

Food On Shift

Dine At Dodo

Monthly Team Socials

Learning & Development Programs

Great work/life balance

Annual Team Party

Christmas Day & Boxing Day Off

Qualifications

• Take responsibility and pride in every detail.
• Motivate, support, and inspire your team.
• Calm under pressure with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Own your pub like it’s your own.
• Control costs, maximise revenue, and hit targets.
• Champion product quality and customer experience.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Time Management

Job description

We’re looking for:A motivated and passionateHead Chef to join our crew!

The Bottle of Sauce is part of the Dodo Pub Co – known for top-notch burgers, Neapolitan pizzas, and unbeatable vibes. At our core, we’re neighbourhood pubs dedicated to serving products we’re 100% proud of, delivered by people who are 100% committed to what they do.

From the bar:We offer a wide selection of craft beers, wines, and cocktails – all served by knowledgeable and passionate staff to customers who care about quality and community.

From the kitchen:We serve authentic Neapolitan pizzas cooked at 450°C in our pizza oven, alongside tasty burgers, brunch, and sides that hit the spot.

What we’re looking for in a Head Chef:

• Own your pub like it’s your own – take responsibility and pride in every detail.
• Lead by example – motivate, support, and inspire your team.
• Be a champion of our Dodo principles: product quality, customer experience, and standards delivered with pride and care.
• Be calm under pressure – solve problems with confidence and a positive attitude.
• Manage the numbers – control costs, maximise revenue, and hit targets.

What we offer in return:

• £35,000 - £39,000 (plus tips on top)
• Paid Overtime
• Food On Shift
• Dine At Dodo– bring a mate once a month, and we’ll cover your food bill
• Monthly Team Socials
• Learning & Development Programs
• Great work/life balance
• Annual Team Party
• Christmas Day & Boxing Day Off

Next steps:

1. If this sounds like your vibe, check out our Instagram & website to see what we’re about.
2. Click apply and tell us a bit about yourself.
3. Our hiring manager will be in touch to invite you for a coffee & chat, followed by a trial shift where we can get to know each other.
4. We’ll make you a job offer within48 hours.
5. Your first week will be spent with ourBuddy Coach, who’ll show you the ropes and (more importantly) get you tasting our amazing pizzas & beers!

We can’t wait to hear from you!