Lead Head Chef — Inspire, Innovate & Drive Fresh Kitchen

Blue Stoops; Quarndon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant pub chain in Quarndon is seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead their kitchen. You will bring passion for great food, inspire a team, and drive kitchen operations while ensuring high food safety standards. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef and is committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences. This position offers a competitive salary and great employee benefits, including discounts and internal promotions.

Benefits

Monthly check-ins with your manager

Internal promotions and real career progression

An industry-leading salary

Up to 75% discount across all Chilled Pubs

Christmas & New Year’s Day off

Paid day off on your birthday

Instant access to earnings with Wage-Stream

Huge wine discounts (Wine Club!)

A team that feels like family

Monthly incentives + yearly Dennis Awards

Company competitions with prizes like huge UK music events

Apprenticeships & development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years as a Sous Chef in a fresh-food, high-volume kitchen.
• Confident with stock, costs, labour, audits, safety, and performance management.
• Warm, genuine, guest-obsessed and committed to delivering WOW experiences.

Responsibilities

• Own food safety standards and lead the kitchen team.
• Inspire and develop team members.
• Run kitchen operations and innovate menu offerings.

Skills

Passionate about great food

Natural leader

Strong on kitchen operations

Emotionally intelligent

Hungry for growth

Values-driven

Experienced

Flexible

Job description

A vibrant pub chain in Quarndon is seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead their kitchen. You will bring passion for great food, inspire a team, and drive kitchen operations while ensuring high food safety standards. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef and is committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences. This position offers a competitive salary and great employee benefits, including discounts and internal promotions.