Head Chef: Creative Leader for Seasonal Local Kitchen

The Lamb Inn, Burford; West Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & drink discount for staff

Tips paid on top of pay

Discounted hotel stays

My Fuller’s benefits platform

Healthcare Cash Plan

Full induction and training

Wagestream earnings access

Job summary

The Lamb Inn in Burford is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations, craft menus from seasonal, local ingredients, and lead a motivated culinary team. You will set high standards, manage the food side of the business, and ensure top-notch service in a busy pub and hotel setting.

We value leadership, creativity, and the ability to thrive under pressure, with a strong emphasis on hygiene and food safety. Attractive benefits and induction provided.

Qualifications

• Pride in preparing fresh food from seasonal, local ingredients.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Thrive in fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Maintain high standards for self and team.
• Lead the food side of the business.
• Excellent communication under pressure.
• Creativity in introducing new cooking techniques.
• Take pride in every successful service.
• Hygiene qualification and strong food safety knowledge are essential.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Team management

Creativity

Communication

Food safety

Education

Hygiene qualification

Food safety certification

Job description

The Lamb Inn in Burford is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations, craft menus from seasonal, local ingredients, and lead a motivated culinary team. You will set high standards, manage the food side of the business, and ensure top-notch service in a busy pub and hotel setting.

We value leadership, creativity, and the ability to thrive under pressure, with a strong emphasis on hygiene and food safety. Attractive benefits and induction provided.