Head Chef | Lead a Buzzing Pub Kitchen | Flexible Hours

Marstonscareers; Caerphilly; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

30% off at pubs/restaurants/hotels

Reliable hours contract

Flexible & part-time hours

Marston’s Rewards Platform

Health screening discounts

Long service awards

Gym discounts

24-hour GP helpline

Mortgage advice & support

Career progression pathway

Licensed Trade Charity support

Job summary

Marston’s is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team across one of our pub venues in Wales. You’ll drive food quality, uphold hygiene standards and work with the pub management team to create memorable guest experiences.

You’ll mentor and develop a motivated kitchen crew, maintain high standards, and ensure rapid, consistent service. If you’re ready to step up from Sous/ Second Chef or already in a Kitchen Manager role, this is your path to progression within Marston’s.

Qualifications

• Ensure all food and hygiene standards are consistently met.
• Have a positive attitude and the ability to create a buzz in your kitchen
• Achieve the highest standards, ensuring the business is safe and that food quality and speed of service targets are met
• Maintain clear communication with your kitchen and wider pub team
• Take pride in the meals that you and your team produce

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage kitchen operations across the pub.
• Maintain food quality and safety to meet standards.
• Drive speed and efficiency of service during peak times.
• Foster teamwork and clear communication within the kitchen and pub team.
• Inspire and develop junior chefs and staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food hygiene standards

Communication

Customer-focused service

Job description

Marston’s is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team across one of our pub venues in Wales. You’ll drive food quality, uphold hygiene standards and work with the pub management team to create memorable guest experiences.

You’ll mentor and develop a motivated kitchen crew, maintain high standards, and ensure rapid, consistent service. If you’re ready to step up from Sous/ Second Chef or already in a Kitchen Manager role, this is your path to progression within Marston’s.