Pub Kitchen Lead: Relaunch & Elevate Standards

Interaction Recruitment; Shepreth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Flexible/casual arrangements

New management relaunch opportunity

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment are seeking an experienced Head Chef to join a well-established, food-led pub near Royston. You will lead the kitchen, drive high standards and play a key role in the relaunch under new management.

This permanent, full-time role requires evenings and weekends work and offers £17.50–£18.50 per hour, dependent on experience. Flexible or casual arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Previous Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or senior Chef ready for progression.
• Strong background in pub kitchens or casual dining.
• Confident managing kitchen operations independently.
• Excellent cooking skills with emphasis on quality and presentation.
• Strong organisational skills including stock control and cost management.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and allergen requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Prepare, cook and present consistently high-quality pub food.
• Lead, motivate and support kitchen staff, creating a positive working environment.
• Organise preparation and service to meet varying customer demand.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, portion control and presentation.
• Manage stock control, ordering, deliveries and food waste.
• Monitor food costs and support kitchen profitability.
• Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, allergen management and health and safety regulations.
• Maintain excellent standards of kitchen cleanliness and organisation.
• Support kitchen staff development and training.
• Work closely with the pub management team to develop an efficient and successful kitchen operation.
• Bring enthusiasm, ideas and a proactive approach to the business as it relaunches under new management.

Skills

Leadership

Pub kitchen

Food presentation

Stock control

Cost management

Team motivation

Job description

Interaction Recruitment are seeking an experienced Head Chef to join a well-established, food-led pub near Royston. You will lead the kitchen, drive high standards and play a key role in the relaunch under new management.

This permanent, full-time role requires evenings and weekends work and offers £17.50–£18.50 per hour, dependent on experience. Flexible or casual arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.