Head Chef - Creative Seasonal Menus, Gratuities Included

Sussex Inns; Camberley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sussex Inns in Camberley is seeking a confident Head Chef to lead our kitchen with passion for seasonal, high-quality dishes and a welcoming pub atmosphere.

You will run a busy kitchen, manage GP and costing, control stock and wastage, and work closely with front of house for seamless service. Experience with buffets and events is essential, with a positive, collaborative leadership style.

Qualifications

• Strong GP and costing knowledge with margin awareness.
• Experience running a busy kitchen and leading a team.
• Ability to manage stock ordering, prep planning and minimise wastage.
• Collaborates with front of house to ensure seamless service.
• Experience with buffets, sit-down events and dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a busy kitchen to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Drive menu development and seasonal offerings.
• monitor food costs, portion control and margins.
• plan prep, stock orders and minimise wastage.
• work closely with front of house to ensure smooth service.

Skills

GP & Costing

Menu planning

Stock management

Team leadership

Pressure management

Event catering

Job description

Sussex Inns in Camberley is seeking a confident Head Chef to lead our kitchen with passion for seasonal, high-quality dishes and a welcoming pub atmosphere.

You will run a busy kitchen, manage GP and costing, control stock and wastage, and work closely with front of house for seamless service. Experience with buffets and events is essential, with a positive, collaborative leadership style.