Head Chef Job

Job Role: Head Chef

Location: Buckinghamshire

Salary: £45,000 + Tronc + Bonus (Profit Share up to £6–7k)

Fresh Food | Independent Pub | Full-Time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Chef to join a thriving independent pub under a new, award-winning manager in one of Buckinghamshire’s most desirable areas. The business has an excellent foundation and is now ready to elevate its food offering to the next level — blending quality pub classics with creative, seasonal dishes.

The Opportunity

The pub currently serves around 90–150 covers on Sundays and achieves weekly revenue of approximately £6k. The kitchen is small but efficient, serving a fresh, locally sourced menu that includes burgers, ribs, steaks, Sunday roasts, and other well-executed pub favourites. The next step is to evolve towards a modern gastropub menu with signature dishes that will attract both locals and destination diners.

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £45,000 + Tronc + Bonus (Profit Share worth up to £6–7k annually)

• Hours: 45 per week (5 days)

• Contract: Full-time, Permanent

• Reporting to: Owners / General Manager

• Team: 1 dedicated Sous Chef + KP support

• Environment: Independent ownership, creative autonomy, supportive management

Your Role

• Design and deliver fresh, seasonal menus showcasing British produce

• Control food costs within 28–32% and drive food profitability

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations including prep, service, and compliance

• Build and maintain relationships with trusted suppliers (Smithfield and local producers)

• Motivate and lead a small, hands-on kitchen team

• Support events and dining development to grow food revenue

• Maintain the highest EHO and food safety standards

About You

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up

• Background in quality pubs or gastropubs using fresh ingredients

• Confident with GP control, ordering, and stock management

• Passionate about creating memorable dishes with consistency and flair

• Driven, commercially minded, and eager to build a name for yourself

This is a fantastic role for a talented, ambitious chef who wants to put their stamp on a food-led pub and work with a forward-thinking, award-winning manager committed to quality, creativity, and team development.

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