Head Chef - Cafe Bar Dining

Hall & Woodhouse Bath; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Health cover

Wellbeing support

Discounts

Temporary accommodation assistance

Job summary

Hall & Woodhouse Bath is seeking a hands‑on Head Chef to lead a high‑performing kitchen at one of Bath's flagship venues. You'll work to brand specs, manage a busy service, and mentor a talented culinary team.

With a 5‑day week, an attractive £50K base, tips, profit share and comprehensive benefits, this role offers real job security and clear career progression within a sustainability‑driven, people‑first culture.

Qualifications

• You’ll thrive as a highly organized Head Chef delivering top‑quality fayre to central specs.
• Strong leadership to run a fast‑paced, prestige kitchen.
• Expertise in food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
• Excellent kitchen administration and ability to follow precise recipes and specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high‑performing kitchen team to deliver top‑quality fayre.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and allergen compliance.
• Deliver dishes to brand specifications and presentation standards.
• Manage kitchen administration and schedule, following precise cooking specs.
• Support career progression and build a motivated, diverse team.

Skills

Head Chef leadership

Food safety

Allergen management

Kitchen administration

Calm under pressure

Education

Head chef experience in pubs/kitchens

Job description

£50K + Tips + Profit Share + Benefits + 5 days working .....

About Hall & Woodhouse

Hall & Woodhouse is the Dorset based brewer that owns over 150 high end pub restaurants and inns throughout the South of England. Founded in 1777 we are a family owned company that blends the best traditional values with a progressive and inclusive approach to business.H&W holds a Sponsor License and could consider applications from Head Chefs already in the UK working under SOC 5434.

Iconic Bar & Restaurant - Centre of Bath
Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of exceptional contemporary venues H&W Bath, a former auction house, is a spectacular flagship bar and restaurant in the heart of Bath. The Hall & Woodhouse offers guests food and drink over three themed floors in stunning surroundings, with an open kitchen and rooftop terrace all in a superb central city location. Accommodation may be available temporarily to aid re-location.

Head Chef – Join a Sunday Times Best Place to Work

Looking for your next big step in a kitchen that’s full of energy, passion, and purpose?

We’re searching for a Head Chef comfortable in working to brand spec's to lead a high‑performing team at one of the area's best venues.

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Real work–life balance with a 5‑day week, consistent hours, and excellent working conditions.
• Great package £50K, plus a share of tips.
• Profit share scheme and bonus – when the business thrives, so do you.
• Comprehensive lifestyle benefits, including pension, health cover, wellbeing support, discounts, and more.
• A vibrant, supportive team in a business driven by sustainability and an authentic people-first culture.
• Job security and clear career progression, backed by an award‑winning employer.
• All the support you need to succeed – we set you up to lead with confidence.

You’ll thrive here if you’re:

• A highly organized, skilled Head Chef with experience delivering high-quality fayre to central spec's
• Someone who enjoys the buzz and spotlight of a fast-paced, prestige kitchen.
• A chef who truly cares – motivated, passionate, and committed to excellence.
• An expert in food safety, hygiene, and allergen management.
• Calm, dependable, and resilient under pressure, with a solutions-first mindset.
• Strong in kitchen admin and happy in following precise cooking and presentation specifications.
• A positive, inspirational leader who builds, motivates, and supports diverse teams.
• Diligent about compliance and sustainability.
• Able to reliably manage the commute and flexible to work days, evenings, and weekends.
• Keen to join an employer that recognizes and rewards dedication and talent.

Previous experience as head of managed pub kitchen is a big advantage.

Ready to Lead?

If you’re a hands‑on Head Chef with the skills, drive, and temperament to deliver consistent top‑quality dishes under time and volume pressure, we’d love to hear from you.