Roaming Chef
Full time
Up to £42000 per annum + Variable TRONC + PAID OVERTIME + paid mileage
Join the Chickpea Group Team!
We’re looking for a Roaming Chef to support and
inspire our kitchens across the group. More than just a passion for food and
drink, you’ll share our vision, take pride in the details, and strive to
deliver excellence wherever you go. As a key member of the team you will
provide hands-on support, maintain standards, and help develop our kitchen
teams. You’ll be a steady presence that keeps our kitchens thriving, championing
great food made with care.
This role is perfect for someone who loves variety and
thrives on supporting teams. You’ll help mentor and develop our chefs,
strengthen kitchen operations, and help create environments where both teams
and guests can truly live their best lives — through incredible food and great hospitality.
Perks of Working with Us
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Structured (but relaxed) training programs — we
invest in your growth and knowledge
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Clear pathways to progress — we promote from
within
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A fair share of variable TRONC
. Paid overtime
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50% team discount across all our places
·
Monthly team rewards — we love celebrating wins
·
£100 birthday voucher — because your day matters
·
Employer pension contributions
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Proper life-work balance with regular days off
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Uniform provided
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Supplier trips & team days out
What you’ll do
* Maintain
consistent food quality and presentation across all our pubs
* Step
into different kitchens and quickly adapt to each team and setup
* Run
busy shifts in the absence of Head Chefs, ensuring smooth operations and
high standards under pressure
* Support
new pub openings, menu rollouts, and seasonal changes
* Cover
holidays and provide stability during rota gaps
* Help
train and develop junior chefs and kitchen teams
* Work
closely with Head Chefs to uphold brand standards and improve performance
* Monitor
stock, prep levels, and ordering where needed
* Ensure
food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards are always met
* Identify
opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and team performance
* Lead
by example, promoting a positive, professional kitchen culture
What we’re looking for
* Proven
experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen
* Strong
leadership skills with a passion for developing others
* Confident
working across multiple kitchens and roles, while adapting to different
teams
* Highly
organised, reliable, and able to manage shifting priorities
* Excellent
knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance
* Calm
and effective under pressure, with a solutions-focused mindset
* A
genuine passion for quality food and attention to detail
* Strong
communication skills and a collaborative approach
* Flexibility
to travel across our pubs and work varied shifts
* Full
UK driving licence and own transport