Head Chef the Pear Tree wedding and events venue SN5 4ED Head Chef – £ 45,000 per annum hourly overtime Start date- 1st May 2026 Artemis are seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen at our Pear Tree venue in Purton. The successful candidate will take a hands-on approach to kitchen management, demonstrating strong leadership, self-motivation, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. A genuine passion for producing high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients is essential. About us- Artemis is a company that is proud to provide the finest quality, modern British food and drink to high end clients, across 15 beautiful privately owned estates around the UK. The Pear Tree is situated in a 400-year-old former vicarage in the heart of Wiltshire. To learn more about us visit our website at https://weareartemis.co.uk/ The must haves- 2 years’ experience in a similar position and used to providing for 100 covers using fresh ingredients together with a strong background in food led establishments. A passion for cooking. A proven track record, with good references to support your CV. Kitchen management and communication skills. Be confident in Food safety management, ordering, stock takes and Planning rotas (company laptop provided). Own transport is essential due to the location. Candidates must be eligible to work full-time in the UK What will my responsibilities include? Day to day management of your venue kitchen. From food preparation and service to ensuring high standards of cleanliness are kept. To follow our allergens policy and kitchen management package. (Full training given). Managing your kitchen team, rota planning and holidays. Daily ordering from suppliers, monthly stock takes. Working within our food and staffing budgets to maintain financial standards. Reporting regularly to the Group Executive Head Chef, day to day report to the General Manager. Responding to emails. Management of Checkit (full training given). Benefits of working with us- Head Chef bonus scheme based on food costs and staffing budgets. Exceptional hours 45 hrs per week. Full uniform provided and laundered. Training courses provided Food hygiene and safety level 3, first aid, mental health awareness, fire safety. Having the ability to see and work at other venues across our estate, in our modern fitted kitchens with quality equipment using fresh ingredients. Working alongside other career driven professional chefs who offer support and guidance when needed. The use of Checkit as our everyday food management system giving you confidence in managing a busy kitchen. The ability to plan and test new dishes as part of our commitment to chef training. Annual chef competition and team outings. Highstreet discounts and awards through our app Hapi. Company pension scheme. Please submit a covering letter with your application