Head Chef – Plot-to-Plate Kitchen | Fresh, Seasonal, Garden-Led Cuisine
Market Drayton, Shropshire
£45,000 – £60,000 per year
Our client is looking for a talented and passionate Head Chef to take the reins of a kitchen that celebrates the best of homegrown, seasonal ingredients. At the heart of the operation is a stunning one-acre fruit and vegetable garden, featured in national magazines and TV, producing much of the kitchen's fresh ingredients.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a truly sustainable, garden-led kitchen in the UK countryside—perfect for a chef who's ready to create bold, flavourful menus and build a lasting culinary legacy.
About the Role
You'll lead the kitchen team and continue to develop the business's outstanding reputation for quality, creativity, and sustainability.
Work with homegrown and locally sourced produce
Use techniques like fermenting, bottling, and open-fire cooking
Bring business acumen and consistency to kitchen operations
Foster a positive working environment with great work-life balance
Shape a long-term, seasonal food vision with full support from ownership
About Our Client
Multi-award-winning, family-owned venue with 40+ years of excellence
Hosts staying guests, garden visitors, exclusive weddings & private parties
Known for outstanding Sunday lunches and seasonal, refined cuisine
Who We're Looking For
* A seasoned Head Chef or ambitious Sous Chef with strong leadership
* Experience in quality-driven kitchens with a focus on sustainability
* Passionate about seasonal, plot-to-plate cooking and food innovation
* A collaborative team player who wants to build something long-term
What's On Offer
£45,000 – £60,000 salary (based on experience)
Creative control of menus and food direction
Supportive ownership with long-term growth in mind
Excellent work-life balance for the whole kitchen team