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Head Chef – The Hope & Anchor, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7BU
Lead the Kitchen | Shape the Vision | Deliver Exceptional Food Experiences
Are you a creative, motivated Head Chef ready to take full ownership of a thriving food operation in one of Herefordshire’s most picturesque riverside pubs? The Hope & Anchor in Ross-on-Wye is looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen and drive an exciting, diverse food offering.
About Us
The Hope & Anchor is a well-loved pub and inn perched on the banks of the River Wye. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, beautiful setting, and fresh seasonal food, we’re a destination for locals, tourists, event guests, and pop-up diners alike. Our offering goes beyond traditional pub fare—we host everything from riverside BBQs and outdoor pop-ups to private celebrations and bespoke events.
The Role
As Head Chef, you'll be responsible for the complete food operation. This is your kitchen to lead, shape, and grow. Your responsibilities will include:
Designing and delivering seasonal menus for the restaurant and bar
Leading the kitchen team in service, prep, and performance
Overseeing all outside catering, pop-up food concepts, and private events
Developing cost-effective dishes without compromising on quality
Recruiting, training, and inspiring a professional kitchen team
Managing stock, suppliers, budgets, and food hygiene compliance
Driving food consistency, innovation, and profitability
About You
Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen
Passionate about food with a strong seasonal and local ingredient focus
Comfortable balancing creativity with kitchen systems and structure
Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, collaborative approach
Financially astute, able to manage margins, waste, and stock
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Full ownership of the food offer across multiple revenue streams
Wagestream – access your earnings when you need them + financial coaching
Tipjar – equal share of all tips received
Octopus EV Scheme – access to salary sacrifice electric vehicle leasing
Free meals on shift and staff discount
Career development opportunities within an ambitious and growing business
Beautiful riverside working environment
The Hope & Anchor is a beautiful riverside pub, restaurant & inn nestled in the heart of Ross-On-Wye with multiple dining options for customers including a traditional pub bar and a modern cocktail bar, two restaurants, a riverside hut serving those on the go, and a spacious garden with outdoor seating including a Bandstand and all-weather tent area, both of which can house entertainment. We also have 12 beautiful recently refurbished riverside en-suite rooms available, with breakfast included and served in the pub.
Having joined the Country House Weddings portfolio in 2020, we are backed by over 30 years of experience when it comes to catering, customer service, and event planning and management. Giving our customers the peace of mind that they will be well looked after during their time with us.
Our fantastic team is made up of expert chefs, enthusiastic bar and wait staff, experienced managers, and dedicated housekeepers, all of which provide the best service day in and day out across all areas of our venue.
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