Head Chef — Lead Kitchen, Flexible Shifts, Live-In

Aluminiosteverga; Sway; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £45k

Tronc bonus

Flexible shifts

Live-in available

Meal discounts

Hotel discounts

Development program

Lifestyle card

Refer a friend incentives

Job summary

Upham Inns in the South of England is looking for a passionate and skilled Head Chef to lead our busy kitchen across our premium pubs. You will plan menus, supervise a team, and deliver high-quality, consistent dishes.

We offer up to £45,000 per year plus Tronc (up to £6,000), flexible shifts, live-in options, and great staff perks including meal and hotel discounts, development opportunities, and a lifestyle card.

Qualifications

• Excellent culinary and presentation skills.
• Minimum 1 year experience as Head Chef.
• Able to manage staff calmly and inspire a team.
• Strong stock control and waste minimisation.
• Aware of allergens and dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and direct food preparation across the kitchen.
• Prepare high-quality dishes quickly and efficiently.
• Order stock and control costs to reduce waste.
• Lead and train a team of chefs and KP's.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Team management

Food safety & hygiene

Communication

Job description

Upham Inns in the South of England is looking for a passionate and skilled Head Chef to lead our busy kitchen across our premium pubs. You will plan menus, supervise a team, and deliver high-quality, consistent dishes.

We offer up to £45,000 per year plus Tronc (up to £6,000), flexible shifts, live-in options, and great staff perks including meal and hotel discounts, development opportunities, and a lifestyle card.