Head Chef – The Nelson (Traditional Pub)
We're a classic Ipswich pub serving fish & chips, pies, burgers, steaks and proper Sunday roasts. You'll lead a small team, cook from scratch, run the pass, plan seasonal specials, keep spotless records and hit GP.
Apply to The Nelson, 81 Fore Street, Ipswich, IP4 1JZ.
What you'll be doing
* Menu & specials: Plan and cost a seasonal pub menus with the owners and weekly specials; write clear specs and recipe cards; manage an accurate allergen matrix.
* From‑scratch prep & service: Sauces, gravies, batters, roast joints, puddings; run the pass, manage ticket times, and plate consistently.
* Food safety & hygiene: Keep EHO‑ready records, strong allergen controls, HACCP, cleaning schedules, and a tidy, safe kitchen.
* People leadership: Train, rota and support a small BOH team; set the tone for punctual, positive services.
* GP, stock & suppliers: Cost dishes, hit agreed GP, portion correctly, control waste, rotate stock (FIFO), place orders and build good supplier relationships.
* Equipment care: Keep kit clean and safe; report faults early; manage daily/weekly checklists.
* FOH partnership: Work closely with the GM/FOH so service feels smooth for guests.
What you'll bring
* Solid experience as a Head Chef (or strong Sous ready to step up) in a busy pub/gastro‑pub.
* Food Safety Level 3, confident allergen management, and tidy record‑keeping.
* A calm, coaching style; pride in presentation; sharp eye on costs and consistency.
Pay, hours & perks
* Salary to advertise: £34,000–£38,000 (DOE) + tronc/tips.
* Hours: Full‑time, typically 45 hrs, evenings/weekends on rotation.
* Perks: Meals on shift, staff discount, uniform, pension, funded refreshers/training.
What success looks like
* Food Hygiene Rating 5, clean audits, and safe allergen handling.
* Consistent, great‑looking plates and solid ticket times—especially on Sunday roasts.
* GP and labour on target, low waste, well‑trained team, and strong guest feedback.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £34,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person