Head Chef - Lead Creative Seasonal Menus (4-Day Week)

Carpenters Arms; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Pub discount

Overnight stays discount

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Pension

28 Days Holiday

Apprenticeship & Development Programs

Culinary masterclasses

Food trips

Chef Forums

Job summary

The Carpenters Arms in Tonbridge, Kent, is seeking a creative Head Chef to lead the kitchen and elevate our pub menu. You will shape menus, develop daily specials and use seasonal ingredients to delight guests in a countryside setting.

We offer a £45,000 base salary plus tips and service charge, with typical earnings around £52,000+ including overtime. We value energy, reliability and a hands-on leadership style in a kitchen that supports work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience driving high-quality food with a focus on seasonal ingredients.
• Ability to lead and inspire a kitchen team to deliver consistent results.
• Proven track record of menu development and cost-aware cooking.
• Strong organisational skills and hands-on management approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and shape our food offering.
• Develop menus and daily specials with seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure consistency, quality and guest satisfaction across dishes.
• Manage kitchen costs, GP and labour to maintain profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Seasonal cooking

Team motivation

Organized

Job description

The Carpenters Arms in Tonbridge, Kent, is seeking a creative Head Chef to lead the kitchen and elevate our pub menu. You will shape menus, develop daily specials and use seasonal ingredients to delight guests in a countryside setting.

We offer a £45,000 base salary plus tips and service charge, with typical earnings around £52,000+ including overtime. We value energy, reliability and a hands-on leadership style in a kitchen that supports work-life balance.