Head Chef - Fresh Food Gastro Pub

Head Chef – Fresh Food Gastro Pub – Hollingbourne near Maidstone – opening April

Our client operates a collection of fresh food gastro pubs across Kent and Sussex. Each venue has its own identity, but the approach is shared. Honest cooking. Strong links with local farmers and producers. Menus shaped by the seasons. Guests visit for relaxed dining, quality pub classics, wood-fired pizzas and dishes prepared with care. You become part of a team that values food, people and genuine guest experiences.

• You launch and lead the kitchen for a new opening in April
• You build and develop the kitchen team
• You create and deliver seasonal menus
• You set kitchen standards from day one
• You manage ordering, stock and GP
• You work closely with senior management during pre-opening and beyond

• Salary £36,000 to £38,000
• Tronc around £7,000
• Bonus potential up to £7,500
• New site opening experience
• Long-term career growth across the group

• Proven Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready to step up
• Experience in openings is helpful but not essential
• Confident leading busy fresh food service
• Track record of training and developing teams
• Strong menu knowledge and cost control ability