This is a rare opportunity for a Head Chef to take real ownership of a brand-new pub concept, shaping the food offering from day one and making a genuine impact on its success. With live-in accommodation available, this Head Chef role offers both stability and a fresh start, alongside the freedom to influence menus and bring creative ideas to life. My client is offering a position where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your progression is supported from the outset.
As Head Chef, you’ll be at the heart of launching this exciting new concept, using your experience in quality pub food to deliver a consistent, appealing menu while adding your own flair through daily specials, grazing boards and farmhouse-style dishes. This Head Chef position gives you the platform to step into greater responsibility, overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining high standards, and helping to establish a strong and recognisable food identity. It’s an ideal role for a Head Chef who enjoys both structure and creative input, blending operational excellence with menu autonomy.
In return, you’ll enjoy a package designed to support both your career and lifestyle:
Salary of £35,000 – £40,000 per year (depending on experience)
Live-in accommodation available, perfect for relocation or reducing living costs
Genuine opportunity to shape a new food concept from the ground up
Clear pathway for progression within a supportive environment
My client is building something exciting with this new opening, creating a welcoming and well-organised kitchen where the Head Chef is empowered to succeed. The team culture is supportive, the vision is clear, and the opportunity to leave your mark is very real. This is more than just another Head Chef role - it’s a chance to be part of something from the beginning and grow with it.
If you’re a Head Chef ready to take ownership of a new opening and bring your ideas to the table, I’d love to hear from you