Head Chef

The Hope & Anchor LTD; Hereford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hope & Anchor, a beautiful riverside pub in Ross-on-Wye, is seeking a creative and driven Head Chef. You will lead the kitchen, design seasonal menus, manage a talented team, and oversee catering for private events. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the culinary vision while delivering exceptional food experiences in a vibrant location.

Benefits

Access to earnings through Wagestream

Equal share of all tips via Tipjar

Octopus EV Scheme - salary sacrifice electric vehicle leasing

Free meals on shift

Staff discount

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in high-quality, fast-paced kitchens.
• Passionate about food with a strong focus on seasonal and local ingredients.
• Financially astute, able to manage margins, waste, and stock.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver seasonal menus for the restaurant and bar.
• Lead the kitchen team in service, prep, and performance.
• Oversee all outside catering, pop-up food concepts, and private events.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Financial management

Job description

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Head Chef – The Hope & Anchor, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7BU

Lead the Kitchen | Shape the Vision | Deliver Exceptional Food Experiences

Are you a creative, motivated Head Chef ready to take full ownership of a thriving food operation in one of Herefordshire’s most picturesque riverside pubs? The Hope & Anchor in Ross-on-Wye is looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen and drive an exciting, diverse food offering.

About Us

The Hope & Anchor is a well-loved pub and inn perched on the banks of the River Wye. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, beautiful setting, and fresh seasonal food, we’re a destination for locals, tourists, event guests, and pop-up diners alike. Our offering goes beyond traditional pub fare—we host everything from riverside BBQs and outdoor pop-ups to private celebrations and bespoke events.

The Role

As Head Chef, you'll be responsible for the complete food operation. This is your kitchen to lead, shape, and grow. Your responsibilities will include:

Designing and delivering seasonal menus for the restaurant and bar

Leading the kitchen team in service, prep, and performance

Overseeing all outside catering, pop-up food concepts, and private events

Developing cost-effective dishes without compromising on quality

Recruiting, training, and inspiring a professional kitchen team

Managing stock, suppliers, budgets, and food hygiene compliance

Driving food consistency, innovation, and profitability

About You

Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen

Passionate about food with a strong seasonal and local ingredient focus

Comfortable balancing creativity with kitchen systems and structure

Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, collaborative approach

Financially astute, able to manage margins, waste, and stock

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Full ownership of the food offer across multiple revenue streams

Wagestream – access your earnings when you need them + financial coaching

Tipjar – equal share of all tips received

Octopus EV Scheme – access to salary sacrifice electric vehicle leasing

Free meals on shift and staff discount

Career development opportunities within an ambitious and growing business

Beautiful riverside working environment

The Hope & Anchor is a beautiful riverside pub, restaurant & inn nestled in the heart of Ross-On-Wye with multiple dining options for customers including a traditional pub bar and a modern cocktail bar, two restaurants, a riverside hut serving those on the go, and a spacious garden with outdoor seating including a Bandstand and all-weather tent area, both of which can house entertainment. We also have 12 beautiful recently refurbished riverside en-suite rooms available, with breakfast included and served in the pub.

Having joined the Country House Weddings portfolio in 2020, we are backed by over 30 years of experience when it comes to catering, customer service, and event planning and management. Giving our customers the peace of mind that they will be well looked after during their time with us.

Our fantastic team is made up of expert chefs, enthusiastic bar and wait staff, experienced managers, and dedicated housekeepers, all of which provide the best service day in and day out across all areas of our venue.