About us
At Craft Locals, we pride ourselves on our passion for hospitality, great beer and great food.
The Grand Junction Arms is a landmark canalside pub at Bulbourne, just outside Tring. With vast gardens, outdoor bars and a reputation for fresh, seasonal food, summers here are massive
and were reopening with a fresh start.
Were looking for a dynamic, passionate and creative Head Chef who can lead from the front, inspire their team, and put their stamp on a busy fresh-food kitchen.
Whats in it for you
Salary: £42,000£47,000 depending on experience
Bonus: Performance-related bonus based on kitchen success
Tips: Share of card tips
Influence: Real input into menus, seasonal dishes, specials and events
Perks: 50% off food & 20% off drinks across the group, 28 days holiday, staff discount, team socials, sharers
Training & development: Supplier visits, brewery trips and regular food development opportunities
Work/life balance: We believe in working to live, not living to work
we rota fairly and sustainably
Autonomy: The freedom to run your kitchen properly, with head office support not interference
What youll be doing
Leading a fresh-food kitchen delivering consistent quality and standards
Writing menus, creating seasonal specials and designing dishes for events
Managing, motivating and training the kitchen team to reach their potential
Driving GP, labour and compliance through strong financial management
Building relationships with local suppliers and championing seasonal produce
Running efficient kitchen operations with digital systems and best practice processes
What were looking for
Proven Head Chef experience in a high-volume, fresh-food pub or restaurant (not a first appointment)
A creative chef with a passion for seasonal pub food and consistency under pressure
A strong leader who can recruit, motivate and retain their team
Commercial awareness
confident managing food margins, labour and compliance
Organised, energetic and committed to delivering quality every service
A great communicator who works closely with the GM and FOH team
This is a rare opportunity to take charge of a flagship kitchen, shape the menus, and lead a talented team in one of Hertfordshires most exciting pub reopenings.
Apply today and make your mark at the Grand Junction Arms.
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