Head Chef

Sussex Inns; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gastro pub in Aldermaston is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead its passionate kitchen team. The role requires an experienced chef who is confident under pressure, possesses strong GP and costing knowledge, and is passionate about delivering fresh, flavour-led dishes. You will have opportunities for creative influence over the menu while enjoying a supportive team environment.

Benefits

A share of gratuities

Free on site parking

Creative freedom to influence menu

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience running a busy kitchen, managing stock orders, and prep planning.
• Ability to handle dietary requirements and oversee events.
• Confidence in leading a kitchen team with positivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead a kitchen team in a busy gastro pub.
• Manage stock ordering, prep planning, and ensure quality food.
• Collaborate with front of house for seamless service.

Skills

GP and costing knowledge

Leadership

Fresh food passion

Collaborative work

Job description

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Head Chef – The Hind’s Head, Aldermaston

Are you ready to lead a passionate kitchen team in a thriving gastro pub? The Hind’s Head in Aldermaston is on the lookout for a talented Head Chef to take the reins in our busy kitchen.

We’re a warm and welcoming village pub known for our consistently great food, relaxed atmosphere, and friendly team. From a fresh, seasonal à la carte offering to themed evenings and special event menus, we take pride in delivering delicious dishes that our guests love to return for.

What We Offer:

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  A bustling kitchen environment with a supportive, close-knit team

  
  


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  Creative freedom to influence and evolve the menu

  
  


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  Opportunities to work on a wide variety of services – from breakfast to Sunday roasts, pizza and tapas nights to set menus for private functions and buffets

  
  


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  A focus on quality, mostly fresh food, with attention to seasonal ingredients and flavour

  
  

• A share of gratuities

• Free on site parking

?? About You:

We’re looking for a confident and experienced Head Chef who:

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  Is comfortable running a busy kitchen and thrives under pressure

  
  


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  Has strong GP and costing knowledge with a sharp eye on margins

  
  


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  Can manage stock ordering, prep planning, and minimise wastage

  
  


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  Works collaboratively with the front of house to ensure seamless service

  
  


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  Is passionate about fresh, flavour-led, gastro-style pub food

  
  


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  Enjoys leading a team with positivity, good humour and respect

  
  

Experience with buffets, sit-down events and managing dietary requirements is a must – our calendar contains bookings for private events, corporate functions, and fun community nights!

? Typical Service Times:

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  Breakfast & Brunch: 7am–11am

  
  


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  Lunch: 12pm–3:00pm (3.:30pm on Saturday)

  
  


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  Dinner: 5pm–8:30pm

  
  


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  Themed Nights & Events throughout the month

  
  

? Interested?

If you're ready to lead a kitchen that puts pride in people, produce, and pub classics done well, we’d love to hear from you.