Senior Chef - Lead Seasonal Pub Kitchen (Opening)

The Newt in Somerset; Castle Cary; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life cover

Remote GP 24/7

Spa access

50% off Spa Treatments

Gym access

Cycle to work

Staff meal

Staff discount 30%

Garden membership

Newt Awards

Hotel discounts

Fun Squad

Annual leave 30 days

Job summary

The Angel Inn in Castle Cary is seeking a Senior Chef to lead a fresh opening kitchen, delivering seasonal pub dishes with The Newt in Somerset’s standards. You’ll guide daily prep and service, set high culinary standards and mentor a growing kitchen team under the guidance of the General Manager and Head of Food.

We seek a hands-on leader with passion for quality ingredients, provenance-led menus and strong food-cost awareness.

Qualifications

• Strong professional cooking experience in pub/restaurant/hotel kitchens with supervisory duties.
• Hands-on leader who sets clear standards and supports colleagues with practical guidance.
• Pride in food quality, preparation and presentation with seasonal provenance.
• Experience managing ordering, stock, deliveries and waste with cost awareness.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management; relevant hygiene qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily preparation and service, maintaining high cooking standards and organisation.
• Collaborate with Head of Food to develop seasonal menus and recipes.
• Coach and develop kitchen team; support wider team management.
• Manage ordering, deliveries, stock, rotation and waste; monitor costs.
• Oversee HACCP, food safety, allergen management and kitchen records.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness, safety and equipment maintenance.
• Assist opening prep, training and establishing shared standards.
• Complete induction and embed standards with wider food teams.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Menu development

Food quality awareness

Food cost control

Job description

The Angel Inn in Castle Cary is seeking a Senior Chef to lead a fresh opening kitchen, delivering seasonal pub dishes with The Newt in Somerset’s standards. You’ll guide daily prep and service, set high culinary standards and mentor a growing kitchen team under the guidance of the General Manager and Head of Food.

We seek a hands-on leader with passion for quality ingredients, provenance-led menus and strong food-cost awareness.