At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate kitchen team, creating high-quality dishes with fresh, local ingredients.
- Company: A beautiful countryside pub restaurant with a friendly atmosphere.
- Benefits: Earn £40,000 plus FREE live-in accommodation and excellent work-life balance.
- Other info: Enjoy a slower pace of life surrounded by breathtaking scenery and outdoor activities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a stunning rural setting while developing your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Strong leadership skills and a passion for seasonal cooking are essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 40000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Head Chef looking for your next opportunity in a beautiful Pub Restaurant countryside location? We're looking for a passionate, hands-on chef to lead a friendly and enthusiastic kitchen brigade of four chefs, delivering consistently high-quality food in a well-established country inn.
What's on Offer
- Salary: £40,000 per year
- FREE live-in accommodation – your own private self-contained flat including:
- Spacious lounge
- Double bedroom
- Bathroom
- Kitchen
- Work alongside an enthusiastic team of four chefs
- Fresh, locally sourced ingredients
- Creative input into seasonal menus and specials
- Excellent work-life balance in a stunning rural setting
Please note: Due to our rural location, a full UK driving licence and your own transport are highly desirable.
The Role
You'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, leading by example while maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness and consistency. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready to step up to make a real impact on a supportive, motivated team.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has strong leadership skills
- Is passionate about fresh, seasonal cooking
- Thrives in a busy kitchen environment
- Has excellent organisational skills
- Takes pride in mentoring and developing their team
- Maintains high standards of food safety and presentation
The Food
The menu focuses on quality, freshly prepared dishes made using locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. Everything is cooked from scratch, with an emphasis on honest, flavour-led food, generous portions and seasonal specials. You'll have the opportunity to help shape menus, introduce new ideas and continue building a reputation for excellent food and warm hospitality.
The Lifestyle
Set in spectacular countryside, this is an opportunity to enjoy a slower pace of life while working in an established and respected business. Surrounded by stunning scenery, walking routes and outdoor pursuits, it's an ideal role for someone looking to combine a rewarding career with an exceptional place to live.
If you're ready for your next challenge and want to lead a dedicated kitchen team while enjoying free private accommodation, we'd love to hear from you.
