Head Chef

Linwood Collection; Hook; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream Access

50% Off Food & Soft Drinks

Free meals when on shift

Wellbeing Support

Retail Discounts

Apprenticeship Programmes

Hotel Discounts

Enrichment Days & Team Events

Long Service Rewards

Event Space Savings

Job summary

Grosvenor-Pubs-and-Inns-5 is seeking a Head Chef for The Wellington Arms, located in Hampshire. You will lead a talented brigade, shaping a menu that focuses on seasonality and quality while delivering exceptional food experiences.

Join a warm team in a beautiful countryside setting, with numerous benefits such as 50% off food, free meals on shifts, and wellbeing support. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for modern pub dining.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team.
• Strong understanding of modern pub dining.
• Ability to design and execute seasonal menus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the brigade.
• Create seasonal menus.
• Manage stock, GP & suppliers.
• Maintain exceptional hygiene & safety.

Skills

Leadership

Menu creation

Stock management

Hygiene and safety standards

Job description

HEAD CHEF – The Wellington Arms

Lead the kitchen at one of Hampshire’s most distinctive country pubs, set on the historic Wellington Estate. As Head Chef, you’ll shape a menu rooted in seasonality, quality and modern pub dining, guiding a talented brigade and delivering exceptional food experiences that define our guest journey.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Stream Access – Track, manage, and access your earnings instantly.
• 50% Off Food & Soft Drinks – Across all our brands.
• Free meals when on shift – a selected menu for you to choose from when on your break.
• Wellbeing Support – Mental health, legal guidance, and financial advice.
• Retail Discounts – Enjoy savings from top brands.
• Apprenticeship Programmes – Tailored to your career goals.
• Hotel Discounts – Reduced rates at our award-winning properties.
• Enrichment Days & Team Events – Because fun matters too.
• Long Service Rewards – such as extra holidays and access to private healthcare.
• Event Space Savings – 50% off private hire bookings.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and inspire the brigade.
• Create seasonal menus.
• Manage stock, GP & suppliers.
• Maintain exceptional hygiene & safety.

Ready to Join a Beautiful Hampshire Coaching Inn?

If you want to be part of a warm, professional team in a venue full of charm, countryside character, and award‑winning hospitality, we’d love to welcome you to The Wellington Arms in Stratfield Turgis.

We are proud to be an equal‑opportunities employer — everyone is welcome here.