Head Chef — Lead Kitchen, Inspire Team, Deliver Excellence

EGO - Penhow; Penhow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Funding qualifications

Brand discounts 33%

Friends & family discount 20%

Gym memberships

Health & dental plans

Pension

Paid holiday

Free shares

Employee helpline

Job summary

EGO - Penhow is seeking a Head Chef to lead a kitchen you can be proud of. You’ll inspire your team, drive passion, and manage all kitchen aspects to ensure consistently high standards and guest satisfaction.

Join a Mitchells & Butlers brand offering a pension, 25 days paid holiday, and a range of staff benefits including generous discounts, health and dental plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or similar in a pub/restaurant.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Mediterranean-inspired menus and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the kitchen team to deliver consistently high‑quality food.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction through team excellence.
• Kitchen management including ordering, prep and stock control.
• Work with a branded Mediterranean menu and uphold health & hygiene standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Stock control

POS system

Tools

POS system

Job description

EGO - Penhow is seeking a Head Chef to lead a kitchen you can be proud of. You’ll inspire your team, drive passion, and manage all kitchen aspects to ensure consistently high standards and guest satisfaction.

Join a Mitchells & Butlers brand offering a pension, 25 days paid holiday, and a range of staff benefits including generous discounts, health and dental plans, and opportunities for professional development.