Head Chef

Talent Hive; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning boutique gastro pub is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a fresh food operation with a British gastro-style menu, ensuring exceptional service and standards across all dining experiences. Ideal for a Senior Sous Chef ready to take the next step, you will develop menus that attract local trade while fostering a talented team. With a beautiful location in Henley-on-Thames, this position promises career progression and a supportive environment to thrive in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Service charge up to £6,000

Paid overtime

Career progression

Uniform provided

Ability to take weekends off

Qualifications

• Strong background in gastro pub or restaurant environments.
• Passionate about team development and high service standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a fresh food operation with a British gastro-style menu.
• Oversee restaurant service standards including lunch and dinner.
• Train and develop a team of 8 enthusiastic staff.

Skills

Gastro pub experience

Team development

Menu development

Health & safety compliance

Leadership

Education

Culinary Arts qualification

Job description

The Company

• An award-winning boutique gastro pub with rooms group
• Led by a very enthusiastic and experienced general manager
• Renowned for exceptional food and service standards

The Package

• £50,000 per annum
• Service charge up to £6,000 per year
• £5,000 achievable bonus based on KPIs, paid monthly
• Paid overtime
• Career progression within an expanding group
• Uniform provided
• Ability to take some weekends off

The Job Role

• Manage a fresh food operation with a British gastro-style menu
• Oversee standards across restaurant services including lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
• Manage, train, and develop a team of 8 enthusiastic staff
• Develop menus to attract local trade
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, taking accountability

The Requirements

• A strong background in gastro pub, restaurant, or hotel environments
• Ideal for an existing Senior Sous Chef seeking their first Head Chef role
• Passionate about team development, including apprentices
• A self-starter with high standards of service
• Enthusiastic and eager to progress within a talented kitchen team

The Location

• Henley
• Beautiful location
• Own transport essential

Contact Details

Consultant: Drew Tanner

Telephone: [phone]

We at Talent Hive are specialist recruiters within the Hospitality & Catering sector. If you would like a confidential chat about your career, please contact us.