Roving Head Chef (Reading Area) - Lead Pub Kitchens

Brunning & Price; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family of pubs in the Reading area is seeking an experienced Roving Head Chef to support existing and new locations. This role requires previous sous chef experience in a gastro pub, restaurant, or hotel. Responsibilities include overseeing kitchen operations, engaging with customers, and leading a motivated team. Competitive salary up to £40,000, plus benefits including a car allowance, free meals, and wellbeing support offerings. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing and values-driven company.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

30% discount for employees and family

NEST pension plan

£1,000 referral bonus

Wagestream for flexible pay

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Previous experience at sous or senior sous chef level in a gastro pub, restaurant, or hotel.
• Ability to cover holidays and support with new openings.
• Experience in driving food culture and engaging with customers.

Responsibilities

• Support running the kitchen and driving the food culture.
• Engage team and customers with exciting new dishes.
• Cover for Head Chef and assist with new openings.

Skills

Catering and hospitality experience

Flexible attitude

Positive team engagement

Job description

A family of pubs in the Reading area is seeking an experienced Roving Head Chef to support existing and new locations. This role requires previous sous chef experience in a gastro pub, restaurant, or hotel. Responsibilities include overseeing kitchen operations, engaging with customers, and leading a motivated team. Competitive salary up to £40,000, plus benefits including a car allowance, free meals, and wellbeing support offerings. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing and values-driven company.