Head Chef - Lead a Dynamic Kitchen & Grow Your Career

Marston's PLC; Ashford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% off at pubs/restaurants

Flexible hours

Health screening discounts

Long service awards

Gym discounts

GP helpline

Mortgage advice and support

Internal career pathways

Job summary

Marston’s PLC is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen teams across our pubs. You’ll set the standards for food quality and hygiene, drive performance, and play a key role in the pub management team to create memorable guest experiences.

You’ll nurture and develop a motivated kitchen team, step up from Sous Chef if needed, and oversee consistent delivery of high-quality meals with speed and safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team at a similar level.
• Strong standards for food hygiene and quality.
• Ability to motivate and develop kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all food and hygiene standards are consistently met
• Maintain clear communication with your kitchen and wider pub team
• Lead a motivated kitchen team and uphold high standards of service
• Create a buzz in the kitchen and deliver quality meals

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Food hygiene

Communication

Job description

Marston’s PLC is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen teams across our pubs. You’ll set the standards for food quality and hygiene, drive performance, and play a key role in the pub management team to create memorable guest experiences.

You’ll nurture and develop a motivated kitchen team, step up from Sous Chef if needed, and oversee consistent delivery of high-quality meals with speed and safety as a priority.