Head Chef - Deepcut

Hall & Woodhouse Ltd; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share of tips

Profit share

Pension

Health cover

Wellbeing support

Discounts

Sustainability culture

Dog-friendly pubs

Job summary

Hall & Woodhouse Ltd is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a busy, high-volume kitchen at one of our premium pubs in the South of England. You will drive quality, consistency, and a strong kitchen culture, delivering exceptional fayre while maintaining food safety and allergen controls.

You will manage a diverse team, work closely with suppliers, and uphold sustainability values across all kitchen operations. A hands-on leader with passion and drive is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a busy kitchen and teams in a premium pub/restaurant environment.
• Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and allergen controls.
• Ability to manage kitchen administration, records, and brand spec compliance.
• Proven track record of maintaining quality and consistency under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team in a busy pub kitchen.
• Ensure dishes are prepared to brand specs and high standards.
• Maintain rigorous food safety, hygiene, and allergen controls.
• Oversee prep, line service, and quality control across shifts.
• Manage inventory, waste, and kitchen admin with accuracy.
• Represent the kitchen with a positive, customer-focused approach.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Allergen management

Kitchen admin

Team motivation

Quality control

Job description

• 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.

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. The Frog A newly built addition to the Hall & Woodhouse family of exceptional pubs, the Frog is designed in the style of a Hampshire farmhouse and barn to blend perfectly with its beautiful surroundings. Opened in 2022 the Frog is the perfect reflection of a traditional country pub - treating guests to great food and drink in a wonderfully relaxed setting. With great transport links and dog friendly, as every great pub should be, the Frog is a focal point at the heart of the growing new community. 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.

• Real work-life balance with a 5 day week, consistent hours, and excellent working conditions.
• Great package of up to 43.25K, depending on level of development in the role 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.