Head Chef - Pub & Restaurant

COREcruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a beautiful coaching inn in West Berkshire. This role involves crafting seasonal menus, leading a small team, and offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000. With minimal split shifts and support from the management, this opportunity allows for creative control and career progression within a renowned establishment.

Benefits

Bonus and excellent tronc share

Creative control over menus

Supportive ownership

Team development

Supplier trips

Regular food innovation sessions

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef.
• Ability to inspire, train, and manage a brigade.

Responsibilities

• Craft seasonal menus with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
• Lead a small but mighty kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Passion for seasonal produce

Creative menu development

Job description

We're on the lookout for a Head Chef to take the reins in the kitchen at a stunning coaching inn in West Berkshire.The inn features a pub, restaurant, and several other elements, including guest accommodation.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head Chef to take full control of the kitchen, crafting seasonal menus with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and leading a small but mighty team.

You'll be working a 45-hour week with minimal split shifts, and you'll have great support from both the front of house and the wider business.If you're a Head Chef based in Berkshire, this could be a brilliant next step.

Head Chef requirements:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef OR strong Sous Chef in a fresh food restaurant or gastro pub.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to inspire, train, and manage a brigade.
• Passion for seasonal produce, modern British cuisine, and creative menu development.

Head Chef benefits:

• Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Excellent Tronc Share
• 45-Hour contract and minimal split shifts
• Creative control and input into seasonal menus
• Supportive ownership and clear progression opportunities
• Team development, supplier trips, and regular food innovation sessions
• Opportunity to shape the future of a renowned local favourite.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com