Head Chef

Interaction Recruitment Group; Shepreth; On-site; GBP 49,594,000 - 63,370,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/casual arrangements

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Head Chef for a well-established pub near Royston. You will lead a hands-on kitchen, drive quality and consistency, and help relaunch under new management.

The role offers permanent, full-time hours with flexibility for casual arrangements based on business needs. Salary depends on experience and you may work evenings and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or senior chef ready for progression.
• Background in pub/casual dining hospitality.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations independently.
• Excellent cooking skills with focus on quality and presentation.
• Stock control and food cost management.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and allergen requirements.
• Leadership to motivate a kitchen team.
• Practical hands-on approach.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends.
• Transport access advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations for smooth service.
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality pub food.
• Lead and motivate kitchen staff.
• Organise prep and service to meet demand.
• Maintain food quality, portions and presentation.
• Manage stock, orders, deliveries and waste.
• Monitor food costs and support profitability.
• Ensure hygiene, allergens, health and safety regulations.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organisation.
• Develop staff and training.
• Collaborate with pub management on operations.
• Bring enthusiasm and proactive relaunch ideas.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Pub kitchen background

Leadership

Stock control

Food cost management

Food hygiene

Allergen management

Organisational skills

Evenings/weekends flexibility

Job description

Head Chef

Location:Royston, SG8 6RA
Pay: £17.50-£18.50 per hour, dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent - Flexible / Casual Opportunities Also Considered
Hours: Full-time, including evenings and weekends as required

Take the Lead in a Pub Kitchen Under New Management!

Interaction Recruitment are seeking an experienced, passionate and motivated Head Chef to join a well-established, food-led pub near Royston.

The establishment is entering an exciting new chapter under new management, and we're looking for a talented, hands-on chef who can help drive the kitchen forward, maintain excellent food standards and contribute to the continued success of the business.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Chef or ambitious Senior Chef looking to take the next step in their career, with the chance to play a key role in shaping the kitchen operation.

The business is primarily looking for a permanent member of the team, offering an opportunity to establish yourself within the operation. However, experienced chefs seeking more flexible or casual working arrangements are also encouraged to apply, as alternative arrangements may be considered depending on the kitchen's operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Prepare, cook and present consistently high-quality pub food.
• Lead, motivate and support kitchen staff, creating a positive working environment.
• Organise preparation and service to meet varying customer demand.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, portion control and presentation.
• Manage stock control, ordering, deliveries and food waste.
• Monitor food costs and support kitchen profitability.
• Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, allergen management and health and safety regulations.
• Maintain excellent standards of kitchen cleanliness and organisation.
• Support kitchen staff development and training.
• Work closely with the pub management team to develop an efficient and successful kitchen operation.
• Bring enthusiasm, ideas and a proactive approach to the business as it relaunches under new management.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or an experienced Sous Chef / Senior Chef ready for progression.
• A strong background in pub kitchens, casual dining or similar hospitality environments.
• Confidence managing kitchen operations independently.
• Excellent cooking skills, with an emphasis on quality, consistency and presentation.
• Strong organisational skills, including stock control and food cost management.
• Good working knowledge of food hygiene and allergen requirements.
• Leadership skills and the ability to motivate a kitchen team.
• A reliable, practical and hands-on approach.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Access to your own transport would be advantageous due to the pub's location and varying working hours.

What's on Offer?

• £18.00+ per hour, depending on experience.
• A permanent opportunity within an established food-led pub.
• Flexible or casual arrangements potentially available for suitable candidates, depending on business needs.
• The chance to play an important role in a pub relaunching