The Nags Head is a beautiful 15th century hotel and gastropub situated outside the village of Great Missenden and is one of the oldest pubs in the area. Inside you'll find a cozy and welcoming interior with exposed wooden beams, an open fireplace, and a rustic ambiance the harkens back to it's historical roots. The pub has always been renowned for it's fresh, seasonal dishes, being a firm favourite with customers from all over Buckinghamshire and further afield. Why work for us? Work/Life Balance? A genuine belief in work/life balance and an understanding of working together to promote flexibility Bonus? Up to 15% of salary able to be achieved on a quarterly basis Tips? A Tronc scheme with 100% of gratuities distributed to our teams every week via TipJar Financial Support? Access wages as you earn them through Wagestream, Development? Inspirational career development programmes Recognition? Dedicated reward and recognition platform Discounts? Food and Accommodation discounts nationwide Personal support? Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support This isn’t just another Head Chef job — this is your chance to take the reins of a kitchen that lives and breathes our Core Values Driven by people, Inspired by Innovation and Crafted for Guests. Here, we don’t just want a Head Chef to run the pass — we want a true leader. Someone who cares about food, and about the people cooking it. If you want ownership, influence, and a role that respects your craft, you’re in the right place. The job in a nutshell Lead and inspire the team to deliver consistent, memorable food experiences Control the kitchen P&L - from costing to stock management and labour Recruit, train and develop a high performing, happy kitchen team Ensure every plate meets exceptional standards for flavour, presentation and wow factor Own hygiene, compliance and safe working practices What we are looking for: An experienced Head Chef or strong Sous Chef looking to make a difference A people-first leader who knows happy kitchens make the best food Confident in managing both service and systems Passionate about local produce, seasonal dishes, and a positive kitchen culture Someone who is calm under pressure, has high standards and a passion for culinary excellence Ready to run a kitchen that runs on trust and talent? Apply now and lets talk about where your leadership could take you next