Head Chef - Premium Pub

Hall & Woodhouse Limited; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-day week

Tips share

Profit share

Pension

Health cover

Wellbeing support

Discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Hall & Woodhouse Limited, a Dorset-based brewer with over 150 pub restaurants and inns in the South of England, is recruiting a hands-on Head Chef for The Griffin re-opening project. Expect a 5-day week, brand-spec compliance, and a competitive package with £43K base, tips share, and profit share.

You will lead kitchen operations, ensure food safety, manage a diverse team, and train across sites to ensure a successful relaunch in Spring 2027.

Qualifications

• Experienced Head Chef delivering high quality fayre to central spec's
• Expert in food safety, hygiene and allergen management
• Proven leadership of a kitchen and strong administrative skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen to brand specifications and maintain high standards
• Build and motivate a high-performing team across the kitchen
• Lead the training and onboarding for opening readiness at other pubs

Skills

Head Chef

Food safety

Allergen management

Leadership

Organized

Job description

£43K + Tips + Profit Share + Benefits + 5 days working .....

About Hall & Woodhouse

Hall & Woodhouse is the Dorset based brewer that owns over 150 high end pub restaurants and inns throughout the South of England. Founded in 1777 we are a family owned company that blends the best traditional values with a progressive and inclusive approach to business. H&W holds a Sponsor License and could consider applications from Head Chefs already in the UK working under SOC 5434.

Well loved local pub

The Griffin is temporarily closed for refurbishment. Set to re-open in Spring 2027, The Griffin will be transformed to take its place as part of the group of exceptional Hall & Woodhouse community pubs. The pub has been much loved as a central part of life for locals and visitors for many years and following extensive refurbishment it will re-open with a sprinkle of Hall & Woodhouse magic, all new facilities, great new menus, fabulous ales and day-making hospitality ... We are recruiting now for a new Head Chef to lead our kitchen in this exciting project, you will start ahead of time and train into the role at other H&W pubs so that you are fully prepared to lead the re-opening.

Head Chef – Join a Sunday Times Best Place to Work

Looking for your next big step in a kitchen that's all about energy, passion, and purpose?

We're searching for a Head Chef comfortable in working to brand spec's to build lead a high-performing team at one of the area's best loved venues.

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Real work-life balance with a 5-day week, consistent hours, and excellent working conditions.
• Great package £43K, plus a share of tips.
• Profit share scheme and bonus - when the business thrives, so do you.
• Comprehensive lifestyle benefits, including pension, health cover, wellbeing support, discounts, and more.
• A vibrant, supportive team in a business driven by sustainability and an authentic people-first culture.
• Job security and clear career progression, backed by an award-winning employer.
• All the support you need to succeed - we set you up to lead with confidence.

You’ll thrive here if you’re:

• A highly organized, skilled Head Chef with experience delivering high-quality fayre to central spec's
• Someone who enjoys the buzz and spotlight of a fast-paced, prestige kitchen.
• A chef who truly cares - motivated, passionate, and committed to excellence.
• An expert in food safety, hygiene, and allergen management.
• Calm, dependable, and resilient under pressure, with a solutions-first mindset.
• Strong in kitchen admin and happy in following precise cooking and presentation specifications.
• A positive, inspirational leader who builds, motivates, and supports diverse teams.
• Diligent about compliance and sustainability.
• Able to reliably manage the commute and flexible to work days, evenings, and weekends.
• Keen to join an employer that recognizes and rewards dedication and talent.

Previous experience as head of managed pub kitchen is a big advantage.

Ready to Lead?

If you're a hands-on Head Chef with the skills, drive, and temperament to deliver consistent top-quality dishes under time and volume pressure, we'd love to hear from you.