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?
· Autonomy for you to create menus
· Lead a passionate existing team
· Responsibility over your stocks and labour
· Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme and Development Programmes, regular culinary masterclasses covering topics such as Game, Butchery and Shellfish
· The chance to grow with a company with over 300 sites and climbing
· 20% off all Young’s Pubs, Pub’s with rooms across the country
· 28 days Holiday per Year
· Incentivised bonus schemes
· Birthdays off
· No Split shifts
· Recognition within a fantastic team
What We’re Looking For:
· Experience working within a fresh food business
· 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.