Overview
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The Bear is an idyllic country pub steeped in history, serving the locals of Cobham with a place to retreat since the 1700s. The pub is the heart and soul of the Cobham, Oxshott and Leatherhead community, with a passionate team focused on a “home away from home” atmosphere while serving your favourite treats and tipples. From local guest ales to craft beers, our team pour the perfect pint. Our extensive wine list and classic cocktails complement a seasonal, locally inspired menu that blends hearty comfort with refined dishes—perfect for a romantic Saturday night dinner or a family Sunday lunch.
About being a Head Chef at Young's
We believe every pub should be different. As Head Chef, you’ll write your own recipes to match the food vision of your business using fresh, seasonal ingredients. The food vision could showcase local produce, country pub classics, seafood, small plates and sharers, dry-aged meat—each pub is different and it’s up to you to put your own creative stamp on that vision. We work with fresh, seasonal produce, so the menu should constantly evolve to highlight ingredients at their best. Premium fresh food crafted by skilled chefs in Premium Pubs.
What we offer our Head Chefs
* Full autonomy to create your own menus and specials
* Access to Apprenticeship Scheme and Development Programmes
* Regular culinary masterclasses covering topics such as Game, Butchery and Shellfish
* Inspirational trips with top-quality suppliers
* Regular Chef Forums with other Head Chefs to inspire and develop
* Free meals
* 20% discount in all Young’s pubs and hotels
* Share save Scheme
* Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
* 28 Days Holiday per year
* Free parking
* Great work-life balance
* Live-in (Double room) available from January
What we look for in a Head Chef
This role requires someone who can inspire a team, bring out potential, and lead by example while developing, costing and producing fresh seasonal menus for the business’ revenue streams.
* Experience championing excellent service through quality food as Head Chef or Sous Chef
* Action for leading and developing a team
* Hands-on team player with excellent communication skills
* Responsible for kitchen staff rota, training and health and safety management
* Creativity to design and deliver new dishes for menus and daily specials
* Strong planning and organisational skills to maintain GP and labour controls
* Proactive approach to driving sales and growth through engagement with kitchen and front of house teams
Skills
* Menu Development
* Food Safety
* Food Preparation
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Hospitality
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