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Head Chef

Job in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1, England, UK
Listing for: Platinum Recruitment Consultancy
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-19
Job specializations:
  • Restaurant/Food Service
    Catering, Food & Beverage, Cook & Chef, Hotel Kitchen
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 GBP Yearly GBP 50000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Head Chef - £45,000 + Tips & Bonus

Role:
Head Chef

Location:

Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Salary: £45,000 + Tips + Bonus

Platinum Recruitment is working with a well-established destination village pub in the Stevenage area, known for its welcoming atmosphere and great selection of quality pub classics.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on chef who wants creative input, kitchen ownership and the chance to develop a popular food-led pub operation.

What's in it for you?

£45,000 basic salary
Tips + bonus
Great selection of pub classics
Fresh, quality ingredients
Creative input on menus
Lead and develop the kitchen team
Opportunity to put your own stamp on the food
Destination village pub
Beautiful countryside setting
Long-term career opportunity

About the Role

As Head Chef, you'll take full ownership of the kitchen, leading the team and ensuring consistently high standards across every service.

You'll have the opportunity to develop the food offering, introduce seasonal specials and put your own stamp on a menu centred around great-quality pub classics.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team
Develop menus and seasonal specials
Deliver consistently high-quality pub food
Maintain excellent food quality and presentation
Manage GP, stock and ordering
Recruit, train and mentor chefs
Maintain food hygiene and kitchen standards
Lead from the front during busy services
Work closely with the management team
Help develop and grow the food offering

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for an experienced Head Chef, or an ambitious Senior Sous Chef ready to take the next step.

You'll be passionate about quality pub food, confident leading a team and comfortable taking full ownership of a busy kitchen.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who wants to make their mark and help develop a successful destination pub.

Interested?

If you're a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef looking for a great opportunity in Stevenage with £45,000 + tips and bonus, click Apply Now and one of the Platinum Recruitment team will be in touch.

Don't forget:
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Consultant:
Jason Reed
Job Number: (phone number removed) / INDCHEFS

Job Role:

Head Chef

Location:

Stevenage, Hertfordshire

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