Head Chef Live In available – The Lock Keeper, Keynsham
(Between Bath & Bristol)
Up to £48,000 inclusive of Tronc
Full-time | Competitive Salary | Food-Led Community Pub | Part of Young’s Pubs
Nestled between Bath and Bristol, The Lock Keeper is a true
gem—a welcoming local with a beautiful riverside garden and a strong reputation
for quality, seasonal food. We’re proud of our fresh ingredients, diverse
suppliers, and dishes that bring people together.
Are you a passionate, creative chef looking for your next
challenge in a food-focused pub at the heart of the local community? The Lock
Keeper in Keynsham is looking for a talented Head Chef to take the lead and
push our experienced kitchen team to the next level
What’s in it for you?
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Autonomy for you to create menus
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Lead a passionate existing team
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Responsibility over your stocks and labour
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Access to
our Apprenticeship Scheme and Development Programmes, regular culinary
masterclasses covering topics such as Game, Butchery and Shellfish
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The chance to grow with a company with over 300
sites and climbing
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20% off all Young’s Pubs, Pub’s with rooms
across the country
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28 days Holiday per Year
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Incentivised bonus schemes
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Birthdays off
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No Split shifts
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Recognition within a fantastic team
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience working within a fresh food business
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Someone that is not afraid to take risks, get it
wrong and learn
* An
experienced chef who can lead a kitchen with confidence and passion.
* Someone
who takes pride in themselves, and the work they do, and can instil this
to the team.
* A
role model who leads by example and is driven to train and develop the
next generation of Head Chefs.
* A
collaborative mindset to work closely with the Senior Management team on
menu creation and specials.
* A
passion for local produce and openness to bringing in your own suppliers.
Why Join The Lock Keeper & Young’s?
* Career
Progression: With Young’s, the opportunities are endless. We've
recently acquired 68 new pubs, with new Area and Executive Chef roles
opening up all the time.
* Training
& Development: We offer structured development plans, regular
training, and mentorship to help you grow in your career.
* Modern
Systems: Our efficient back-of-house systems make managing health
& safety, ordering, and recipes simpler—freeing you up to focus on
food and leadership.
* Autonomy
& Creativity: You’ll have the freedom to shape our menu and
bring your own ideas to the table in a kitchen that celebrates innovation
and quality.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark at a
thriving pub in a stunning location, backed by the resources and career support
of one of the UK’s most respected pub companies.
Ready to lead, inspire, and cook with passion? Apply
today.