Head Chef - staff accommodation available

Robinsons Brewery; Dolgellau; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation available

28 days paid annual leave

NEST pension scheme

50% off food during shifts

25% discount on food, drink and住宿

Job summary

Robinsons is seeking a Head Chef to lead one of its busy, food-led kitchens at George 111 in North Wales. You will work closely with the General Manager to drive standards, develop a high-performing team and deliver outstanding dishes.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on stock management, margins and kitchen performance while maintaining strict food safety and hygiene standards. Live-in accommodation is available in Dolgellau, offering a chance to live in a stunning area with a rich

Qualifications

• Experienced Head Chef with leadership in a busy kitchen.
• Strong background in high-volume hospitality and delivering high standards.
• Ability to recruit, train and develop a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality food and consistently excellent guest experiences.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team, maintaining a positive, high-performing culture.
• Control stock, margins and kitchen profitability while ensuring food safety and hygiene.

Job description

Head Chef at George 111, winner of Wales Pub & Bar of the Year 2026

Looking for a kitchen where your leadership matters, your ideas are valued and your team can thrive?

We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead one of our busy, food-led kitchens at Robinsons.

If you have a strong background in high-volume hospitality, enjoy developing people and take pride in delivering consistently high standards, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Live-in available in nearby Dolgellau. This is a fantastic opportunity to live and work in one of the most stunning locations in North Wales. With mountains, coastlines, walking trails and a thriving market town on your doorstep, you'll enjoy a lifestyle that many people travel miles to experience. Relocate, reduce your commuting costs and make your home in an area renowned for its natural beauty and outdoor living.

What'syou'llenjoy inreturn?

• Competitive salary plus tips.
• Staff accommodation available.
• 25% discount on food, drink and accommodation across Robinsons managed pubs, inns and guest rooms.
• 50% off food during shifts.
• Team rewards with discounts at over 800 retailers.
• 28 days paid annual leave.
• NEST pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Fully funded apprenticeships available.
• Wellbeing and mental health support.
• Healthcare cash plan for dental, optical and everyday healthcare costs.
• Stability and opportunities within a family-run business that’s been thriving for over 185 years.
• Uniform provided.

About the role

As Head Chef, you’ll work closely with the General Manager to lead the kitchen team and drive standards across every part of the operation.

From developing your team and delivering quality dishes to managing stock, margins and kitchen performance, you’ll play a key role in the success of the business.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and knows how to build a positive, high-performing kitchen culture.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Delivering high-quality food and consistently excellent guest experiences.
• Recruiting, training and developing the kitchen team.
• Managing stock control, ordering and kitchen profitability.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and health and safety compliance
• Leading by example and creating a supportive, motivated kitchen environment.

Join the Robinsons family

Since 1838, Robinsons has been built on great hospitality, quality food and great people.