Head Chef – Full Time
? The Dog & Fox
Are you a natural leader with a calm head during a Saturday night rush? Can you cost a menu, run a tight GP, and still plate food you're proud to put your name to? If so, we'd love to meet you.
We're on the hunt for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at The Dog & Fox — someone who can inspire a team, keep standards high, and still enjoy the buzz of a busy service.
You'll be reporting directly to Holly, our Executive Chef, who sets the culinary direction across the business. Holly brings the big-picture food vision — you'll bring it to life day to day in your kitchen.
What You'll Be Doing
* Leading from the front (and occasionally from the pass when things get lively)
* Delivering fresh, seasonal menus with strong margins
* Training, mentoring and building a solid, happy brigade
* Managing stock, suppliers and keeping waste tight
* Owning kitchen compliance and food safety
* Keeping service smooth, standards high, and stress levels sensible
What We're Looking For
* Experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready to step up
* Solid understanding of GP, labour control and kitchen performance
* Someone organised, reliable and calm under pressure
* A team builder — not a shouter
* A genuine love for great pub food done properly
What You'll Get
* Competitive salary (depending on experience)
* Bonus structure linked to performance
* Creative input on menus and specials
* Staff discount
* Support from Holly and the wider leadership team
* A kitchen you can genuinely make your own
If you're ready to take ownership of a busy, food-led kitchen and work alongside a supportive Executive Chef who values standards and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you.
Send us your CV and a short note about why you're the right fit.