Head Chef - Lead a busy pub kitchen & develop your team

Hungry Horse - BRA_104; Sandiway; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts for staff

Wagestream pay access

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Retail discounts with major brands

Refer a Friend up to £1,500

Job summary

Hungry Horse - BRA_104 is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at The White Barn, Cuddington. You will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure peak performance during busy services, and drive consistency in flavour and presentation for every guest.

You will develop and mentor your team, manage rotas, stock and costs, and uphold stringent hygiene and safety standards while delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced pub setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a high-volume kitchen.
• Ability to develop and motivate others.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Hands-on leadership style with energy and positivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop your kitchen team to achieve outstanding results.
• Deliver consistently high-quality food that keeps guests coming back.
• Manage rotas, stock, ordering and food costs to maximise performance.
• Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Create a positive, supportive culture where your team can thrive.
• Work closely with the management team to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Skills

High-volume kitchen leadership

Team development

Organisational skills

Communication

Hands-on leadership

Job description

Hungry Horse - BRA_104 is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at The White Barn, Cuddington. You will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure peak performance during busy services, and drive consistency in flavour and presentation for every guest.

You will develop and mentor your team, manage rotas, stock and costs, and uphold stringent hygiene and safety standards while delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced pub setting.