Head Chef – The Ship Inn, Oundle
The Ship Inn is a well-loved, traditional pub in the heart of Oundle, known for quality food, a strong local following, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We're now looking for a passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen and help take our food offer to the next level.
The Role
As Head Chef, you'll have full responsibility for the kitchen, from menu development and food quality to stock control and team leadership. You'll be hands-on, organised, and passionate about serving well-executed, seasonal pub classics with care and consistency.
What we're looking for:
Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
A passion for fresh, quality ingredients and British pub food
Strong leadership and communication skills
Good knowledge of food safety, GP control, and kitchen organisation
The ability to work calmly under pressure while maintaining high standards
What we offer:
Starting salary £29,500 per annum
Salary review after 3 months
Creative input into menus and specials
A supportive ownership team and a positive working environment
The opportunity to make the kitchen your own in a respected local pub
If you're driven, reliable, and excited about leading a kitchen in a busy, community-focused pub, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £29,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
* Food Hygiene Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person