Head Chef - Premium Pub - Gardeners Arms

At a Glance

- Tasks: Lead a passionate kitchen team and create high-quality dishes in a vibrant pub setting.

- Company: Join the Hall & Woodhouse family at the charming Gardeners Arms.

- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, tips, profit share, and comprehensive lifestyle benefits.

- Why this job: Experience a supportive culture with real work-life balance and career progression.

- Qualifications: Proven experience as a Head Chef in a fast-paced environment.

- Other info: Be part of a sustainable business that values your dedication and talent.

The predicted salary is between 36000 - 60000 £ per year.

Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of superb destination food pubs, and dating back to the 17th century, the Gardeners Arms is how we all imagine a country pub should be - cosy in the winter, with roaring log fires and traditional oak beams, and glorious in the summer, with a beautiful garden. The pub even has its own grape vines and wild deer visit occasionally! It is a characterful place that celebrates the joy of horticulture with pin-ups of famous gardeners in the loos, along with a host of other quirky décor touches that bring the pub to life.

Looking for your next big step in a kitchen that’s full of energy, passion, and purpose? We’re searching for a Head Chef comfortable in working to brand specs to lead our high‑performing team at one of the area’s best venues.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

- Real work–life balance with a 5‑day week, consistent hours, and excellent working conditions.

- Great salary plus a share of tips.

- Profit share scheme and bonus – when the business thrives, so do you.

- Comprehensive lifestyle benefits, including pension, health cover, wellbeing support, discounts, and more.

- A vibrant, supportive team in a business driven by sustainability and an authentic people-first culture.

- Job security and clear career progression, backed by an award‑winning employer.

- All the support you need to succeed – we set you up to lead with confidence.

You’ll thrive here if you’re:

- A highly organized, skilled Head Chef with experience delivering high-quality fayre to central specs.

- Someone who enjoys the buzz and spotlight of a fast-paced, prestige kitchen.

- A chef who truly cares – motivated, passionate, and committed to excellence.

- An expert in food safety, hygiene, and allergen management.

- Calm, dependable, and resilient under pressure, with a solutions-first mindset.

- Strong in kitchen admin and happy in following precise cooking and presentation specifications.

- A positive, inspirational leader who builds, motivates, and supports great teams.

- Diligent about compliance and sustainability.

- Able to reliably manage the commute and flexible to work days, evenings, and weekends.

- Keen to join an employer that recognizes and rewards dedication and talent.

- Previous experience leading in a managed pub or restaurant is a big advantage.

Ready to Lead a High‑Energy Kitchen?

If you’re a hands‑on Head Chef with the skills, drive, and temperament to deliver consistent top‑quality dishes under time and volume pressure, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in a place where your future truly matters.

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At the Gardeners Arms, part of the Hall & Woodhouse family, we pride ourselves on being a Sunday Times Best Place to Work, offering a vibrant and supportive environment where your culinary talents can truly shine. With a strong focus on work-life balance, competitive salary packages including profit share and tips, and a commitment to sustainability, we provide our Head Chef with the tools and support needed for personal and professional growth in a characterful setting that celebrates the joy of horticulture.

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