Head Chef

Chilled Pubs; Dronfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chilled Pubs in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef to grow your career and lead a busy kitchen. You’ll build a skilled, motivated team, own food quality, consistency, and presentation, and work closely with the General Manager and Restaurant Manager to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

From managing stock, GP, labour and food safety to keeping service running during peak periods, you’ll set the standard and mentor staff through regular feedback and 1-to-1s, elevating every dish that

Qualifications

• Experience leading a busy kitchen.
• Strong leadership and people management.
• Commitment to food safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a skilled kitchen team.
• Own food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Manage stock, GP, labour and food safety.
• Maintain service during peak periods.
• Provide regular feedback and coaching to staff.

Job description

We're looking for the right leader who wants to grow their career with us as a Head Chef.

Our DNA

• Warm - You lead with respect, create a positive kitchen culture, and make sure your team feel supported, valued and motivated.
• Hungry - You’re always pushing for better. Higher food standards, stronger teams, tighter kitchen operations and brilliant dishes that keep our guests coming back.
• People Smart - You understand people. You know how to bring out the best in your team, handle pressure, have the tough conversations when needed, and build a kitchen where people want to learn and grow.

Are you a DNA match?

As a Head Chef, you'll lead and develop a skilled, motivated kitchen team, working closely with the General Manager, Restaurant Manager and wider team to deliver outstanding food and an exceptional guest experience. You'll take ownership of food quality, consistency, presentation and kitchen standards, ensuring every dish leaving the pass reflects the quality we stand for. From managing kitchen operations, stock, GP, labour and food safety to keeping service running smoothly during the busiest periods, you'll set the standard and lead by example. You'll drive a culture of learning and development, supporting your team through regular 1-to-1s, feedback and personal development, while building a positive kitchen environment where people feel challenged, supported and proud of what they do. Above all, you'll bring the energy, leadership and ambition to keep raising the bar — for your food, your team and the overall guest experience.