Head Chef - Premium Pub

£49K + Tips + Profit Share + Benefits + 5 days working

About Hall & Woodhouse - Publican Awards Best Large Pub co

Hall & Woodhouse is the Dorset based brewer that owns over 150 high end pub restaurants and inns throughout the South of England. Founded in 1777 we are a family owned company that blends the best traditional values with a progressive and inclusive approach to business. H&W holds a Sponsor License and could consider applications from chefs already in the UK working under SOC 5434.

Beautiful New Pub Restaurant - Vibrant and Green

Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family H&W Crowthorne is a sensational new multi-million pound restaurant and bar. With an innovative and sustainable two-storey design the pub forms the gateway to the Bucklers park residential development and surrounding Bucklers Forest. Comprising five different multi-functioning spaces for guests to enjoy including a dedicated bar, a pantry/café for coffee and cakes through to relaxed dining and drinks, a vibrant dining space, an extensive outdoor terrace, and a large attractive garden. Taking inspiration from its surroundings; plants, stylistic artwork, colourful soft furnishings, and exposed brick walls feature to create a contemporary interior style. With a warm feel and lots of colourful character guests can relax in the perfect setting with great food and delicious Badger beers, whatever the occasion.

Head Chef - Join a Sunday Times Best Place to Work

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 spec's to lead a 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 package of up to £49K, depending on level of development in the role 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 spec's
• 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 diverse 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 as head of a large scale managed pub kitchen is a big advantage.

Ready to Lead?

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.