Head Chef - Up to 38k P/A plus TRONC

Young's; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cambridge Brew House, a vibrant pub in Cambridge, seeks a dynamic Head Chef who will enjoy the autonomy to create innovative menus while leading a dedicated team. This role offers opportunities for culinary development along with significant benefits, cultivating a motivating environment for food enthusiasts.

Benefits

Full autonomy to create menus

Access to Apprenticeship Scheme

Regular culinary masterclasses

Free meals

20% discount in all Young’s pubs

Enhanced Company Pension Scheme

28 Days Holiday per year

Qualifications

• Expérience en tant que Chef ou Sous-Chef.
• Capacité à gérer une équipe et à produire des menus saisonniers.
• Passion pour le développement d'équipe.

Responsibilities

• Inspiration et leadership d'équipe pour la qualité du service alimentaire.
• Création et gestion des menus saisonniers.
• Responsabilité de la formation, de la santé et sécurité en cuisine.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Planning and organisational skills

Communication

Hands-on teamwork

Job description

Head Chef - Up to 38k P/A plus TRONC, Cambridge

Job Details

Client: Not specified

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

534947917391

Job Views:

6

Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

Head Chef

About us:

The Cambridge Brew House is a popular pub in Cambridge, ideal for socialising, enjoying craft beers, and sampling fresh food. Guests can relax in the bar while our microbrewery produces our own ales, complemented by a selection of international craft beers.

What we offer our Head Chefs:

• Full autonomy to create menus and specials
• Access to Apprenticeship Scheme and Development Programmes
• Regular culinary masterclasses on topics like Game, Butchery, and Shellfish
• Food trips with top suppliers
• Chef Forums for inspiration and development
• Free meals
• 20% discount in all Young’s pubs and hotels
• Share save Scheme
• Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
• 28 Days Holiday per year

What we look for in a Head Chef:

This role requires someone who can inspire and lead a team, develop, cost, and produce seasonal menus for various revenue streams within the business.

• Experience in delivering excellent service through quality food as a Head Chef or Sous Chef
• Passion for leading and developing a team
• Hands-on team player with excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage kitchen staff rota, training, and health & safety effectively
• Creativity in designing new dishes and specials
• Strong planning and organisational skills to maintain control over GP and labour
• Pro-active in driving sales and growth through team engagement