Lead Chef: Drive Local, Seasonal Kitchen & Team

WH Pubs Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bull in Otford, part of WH Pubs Ltd, is seeking a Head Chef to run the kitchen and deliver fresh, locally sourced dishes. You will work with the GM to meet financial targets, oversee food development, and lead a motivated brigade.

You will maintain high standards of hygiene and safety, manage recruitment and training, and drive kitchen morale to keep the team performing at its best.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a busy gastro pub kitchen.
• Strong food safety and hygiene knowledge.
• Proven ability to manage a brigade and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Own the kitchen operations and menu balance for The Bull in Otford.
• Drive dish development and maintain high standards of quality.
• Lead food safety, health and safety, and compliance with EHO-style visits.

Skills

Menu development

Food safety

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Job description

The Bull in Otford, part of WH Pubs Ltd, is seeking a Head Chef to run the kitchen and deliver fresh, locally sourced dishes. You will work with the GM to meet financial targets, oversee food development, and lead a motivated brigade.

You will maintain high standards of hygiene and safety, manage recruitment and training, and drive kitchen morale to keep the team performing at its best.