Head Chef

Sixty Eight International; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a premium rural gastro pub as a Head Chef, where you will lead a talented kitchen team in creating unforgettable dining experiences. This role offers a chance to showcase your culinary flair using fresh, local ingredients, develop bespoke menus, and foster a positive kitchen culture amidst beautiful countryside surroundings.

Benefits

Competitive salary and TRONC

Accommodation available upon request

Sponsorship for international candidates

Supportive management team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a premium gastro pub.
• Advanced butchery skills with a passion for seasonal ingredients.
• Experience with high-quality catering for events.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team for outstanding service.
• Plan and develop seasonal menus, balancing tradition and innovation.
• Oversee food preparation and maintain high hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Butchery

Catering

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Professional culinary training

Job description

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Sixty Eight International provided pay range

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Base pay range

Are you a talented and ambitious Head Chef looking to make your mark in a premium rural gastro pub?

We are seeking an experienced culinary professional to lead our kitchen team in a beautiful countryside location near Salisbury. This is a rare chance to showcase your culinary flair, work with the freshest local ingredients, and create unforgettable dining experiences for both loyal guests and those celebrating life’s biggest moments, including weddings and special events.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and manage the kitchen team to deliver outstanding food and service in a premium rural gastro pub setting
• Plan, develop, and cost seasonal menus, balancing classic pub favourites with innovative, modern dishes
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service to the highest standards
• Take responsibility for in-house butchery, ensuring quality, portion control, and creative use of all cuts of meat, poultry, and fish
• Maintain rigorous food safety, hygiene, and health standards
• Manage kitchen budgets, control food costs, and work closely with local suppliers
• Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive working environment
• Ensure efficient stock management, ordering, and waste control
• Collaborate with management to deliver a first-class experience for all guests, including bespoke menus and catering for functions, weddings, and special events
• Meet with clients to discuss menu options and tailor offerings for weddings, parties, and banquets

About You

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a premium gastro pub or fresh food environment
• Advanced butchery skills and a passion for using seasonal, local ingredients
• Experience delivering high-quality catering for functions and weddings, with the ability to create and execute bespoke menus
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Sound financial understanding and experience managing kitchen budgets
• Up-to-date knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a busy kitchen
• Competitive salary and TRONC
• Accommodation available upon request
• Sponsorship- International Candidates
• Opportunity to shape and develop the menu, kitchen culture, and event offerings
• Supportive management and a passionate team
• Work in a respected premium rural gastro pub with a loyal customer base
• Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of a countryside location

If you’re ready to take the next step in your culinary career and lead a talented team in a thriving rural hospitality business, we want to hear from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Restaurants

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