Head Chef – Lead Kitchen, Mentor Team, Growth Path

The Bunk Inn; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal discounts

Hotel/ accommodation discounts

Development program

Lifestyle discounts

Service awards

Refer a friend incentive

Job summary

Upham Inns is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to lead our kitchen teams across premium pubs in Southern England. You will_direct, plan and deliver high-quality meals while upholding strict hygiene and service standards.

The role offers up to £42,000 in Tronc (potentially up to £5,000 per year) plus a strong career development pathway and extensive employee benefits. We value passion for food, leadership, and a team‑oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Excellent culinary and presentation skills.
• Minimum 1 year experience as Head Chef.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Energetic with passion to do a great job.
• Able to manage staff in a calm, inspirational manner.
• Forward-thinking with stock management and waste reduction.
• Passion for food and quality.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and direct the preparation and cooking of food to uphold quality.
• Prepare high quality dishes quickly and efficiently.
• Maintain food hygiene and safety standards.
• Responsible for ordering and stock controls, reducing waste.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations in a proactive, hands-on way.
• Lead a team of chefs, train and mentor staff.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen.
• Adhere to allergen laws and dietary requirements.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Stock control

Team management

Food passion

Attention to margins

Team player

Job description

Upham Inns is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to lead our kitchen teams across premium pubs in Southern England. You will_direct, plan and deliver high-quality meals while upholding strict hygiene and service standards.

The role offers up to £42,000 in Tronc (potentially up to £5,000 per year) plus a strong career development pathway and extensive employee benefits. We value passion for food, leadership, and a team‑oriented mindset.