Head Chef

Location: Chester, UK
Salary: £42,000 £45,000 per annum + Tronc at the highest level
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 45 hours per week
Days Closed: Mondays

Are you an experienced and ambitious Head Chef looking to take the lead in a successful gastro pub? Join our team in Chester, where youll oversee a fresh food kitchen delivering plated service Tuesday to Saturday and a high-end carvery every Sunday. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your culinary creativity while leading a motivated team in a professional environment.

We are a well-regarded gastro pub in Chester, known for our fresh, seasonal menus and commitment to quality. With a reputation for both modern plated dishes and a premium Sunday carvery, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests.

• Competitive salary of £42,000 £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience

• Excellent tronc/tips package at the highest level

• Mondays off every week

• Creative input into menu design and seasonal dishes

• A professional and supportive team environment

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of a busy kitchen

• Deliver consistently high-quality food across both plated service and Sunday carvery

• Train, motivate and develop the kitchen team

• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations

• Collaborate with management to maintain and enhance our reputation for excellence

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, or an ambitious Sous Chef ready to step up

• Strong background in gastro pubs, fresh food and high-volume service

• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills

• A passion for fresh, seasonal and creative cooking

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a respected gastro pub in Chester, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to become our Head Chef and lead a talented team where quality, creativity and passion are at the heart of everything we do.