Head Chef

Penningtons - Restaurant; Clewer Village; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hotel breaks

Heka wellbeing benefits

Salary sacrifice schemes

Enhanced parental leave

Annual events

Learning and development sponsorship

Wisdom wellbeing support

Free meals on duty

On-site parking

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Penningtons Brasserie and Bar at the Castle Hotel, Windsor, is seeking a Head Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen and lead a dedicated team in delivering high‑quality, seasonal British dishes in a fast‑paced brasserie.

You will balance food quality with kitchen efficiency, uphold food safety standards and drive commercial success while developing staff and ensuring exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Head Chef will lead the kitchen team with full operational ownership.
• Build, lead, inspire and develop a dedicated team to deliver high‑quality, seasonal British dishes.
• Balance exceptional food quality with kitchen efficiency and food safety standards in a fast‑paced, high‑volume brasserie.
• Bridge culinary confidence with commercial know‑how to drive results.

Job description

Head Chef - British Brasserie - Windsor - £58000 plus Tronc and up to 20% Bonus. Excellent benefits package

As part of Sutton 1079, we belong to a modern British enterprise shaped by stewardship, knowledge and a long-term perspective. Across hospitality, property and agriculture, we care for places with character and potential, creating businesses that are designed to thrive for generations.

Our vision of one team, peak performance reflects a shared commitment to purpose, capability and continual improvement. We believe great work comes from people who feel trusted, supported and connected to something meaningful.

Family-owned and guided by the Sutton family, we take a considered approach to growth, investing in our people as thoughtfully as we invest in our businesses. Through learning, development and opportunities for progression, we help individuals build rewarding and lasting careers.

Above all, we are creating environments where people can grow, contribute with confidence and take pride in what they achieve together.

We invite you to be part of the next chapter.

Penningtons Brasserie and Bar sits at the heart of the Castle Hotel, shaped by Windsor, its history and the people who bring it to life. We welcome hotel guests and locals with the same warmth, creating experiences that feel thoughtful, relaxed and genuinely cared for. Inspired by the seasons, Penningtons brings together exceptional ingredients, timeless surroundings and hospitality that is both confident and unpretentious.

Great hospitality is a shared craft. Our team, our partners and our suppliers work together with care and purpose, paying attention to the details that matter. From every plate to every conversation, collaboration and consideration sit at the heart of what we do.

As part of Sutton 1079, we belong to a modern British enterprise built on stewardship, knowledge and the long view. It's a place where people are trusted to grow, valued for their contribution and supported in building rewarding careers. Together, we take pride in creating experiences that endure and in caring for places with character and purpose.

We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team here at Penningtons at the Castle Hotel, Windsor. As the Head Chef, you will take full operational ownership of our kitchen. You will build, lead, inspire, and develop a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, seasonal, and produce-led British dishes in a fast-paced, high volume brasserie. Your role bridges culinary confidence with commercial know-how, ensuring that exceptional food quality is balanced with, kitchen efficiency, and food safety standards.

Here are just some of the benefits you can enjoy when you join us:

• Free and discounted hotel breaks - From the first day of service, you can benefit from a free break of one or two days in any Sutton 1079 hotel, in a 12-month period. Additionally, you, your family and your friends are also entitled to discounted stays across all of our hotels including dining in our restaurants.


• Heka benefits platform – your access to Heka begins from day one and is pre-loaded with a balance of £150 to use against a wide range of wellness focused products, experiences and schemes including health cash plans and gym memberships.


• Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work, tech and electric vehicles (T&Cs apply)


• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave (26 weeks at 90% for expectant mothers, four weeks leave at 90% for fathers)


• Annual social and celebration events.


• Learning and Development - An extensive range of training opportunities are available to facilitate your personal development including our in-house Catalyst Aspire and Inspire programmes and external study sponsorship.


• Wisdom Wellbeing - A confidential, 24/365 service offering CBT, therapy, up-to-date information, support and advice on a broad range of subjects.

We also provide you with all the basic benefits such as free nutritious and tasty meals on duty, complimentary on-site parking (where available), and bespoke uniforms for uniformed positions.

At Sutton 1079, we are an inclusive, authentic and ethical community that celebrates diversity, human connection and a true sense of belonging. We want everyone to feel comfortable being themselves here. We value different backgrounds, experiences, career paths and ambitions. What matters most is the care, energy and personality you bring. Together, we create an environment where people are respected, supported and empowered to thrive.