Head Chef

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Cambridge
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£47,000 / year
CATEGORY
Hospitality
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Menu Development Kitchen Management Staff Training Inventory Management Cost Control Health and Safety Regulations

FULL DESCRIPTION

The Carpenters Arms is seeking an experienced, skilled Head Chef to lead the kitchen team. At [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk], we pride ourselves on using fresh, locally sourced food, culinary creativity and delivering an exceptional culinary experience for our guests.

Job Requirements

  • Design and develop seasonal menus that reflect creativity which aligns with [Employer hidden]’s vision.
  • Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
  • Ensure every dish meets our high standards for taste, presentation, and consistency.
  • Oversee kitchen operations, including inventory management, cost control, and adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Dry stock management
  • Working closely with the General Manager to cultivate a positive and motivated work environment, ensuring all team members perform to their best abilities.

Why Join Us?

  • Incentives: Enjoy both team and individual incentives that reward your hard work and dedication – including staff days out and trips abroad
  • Flexible Hours: Allowing our employees to maintain a work and home life balance
  • Tips: Earn tips on top of your competitive hourly pay. Enjoy tracking your financial progress by using Wagestream

Perks of Working with Us:

  • Being part of a friendly, supportive team as well as integrating with an array of different staff teams from other [Employer hidden] properties
  • Additional tips on top of competitive hourly pay
  • Opportunities for growth and development within hospitality careers
  • A vibrant, community-focused work environment.
  • Enjoy both food and room discounts with friends
  • Access to our exclusive [Employer hidden] Hub which offers 100s of high street discounts
  • High quality, fresh staff food included
  • Industry accredited and nationally recognised qualifications
  • Employee reward and recognition prizes
  • Referral scheme (earn up to £1500 per referral)
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