Community Kitchen Chef – The Waldegrave
East Harptree | £32,000–£36,000 depending on experience + TRONC | Full-time
The Waldegrave is a 15th-century, community-owned village pub, reopened in 2024 with a vision built around great food, genuine hospitality and a strong community.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hands-on Community Kitchen Chef to lead our kitchen and help shape a seasonal, quality pub food offer.
The Role
- Develop and cost seasonal menus, including Christmas.
- Lead and support the kitchen team whilst maintaining high standards of food, hygiene and service.
- Manage stock, waste, labour and gross profit.
- Work closely with the General Manager, FOH team, suppliers and local producers.
- Support events and community activities.
About You
We’re looking for a passionate, confident chef ready to take the next step. Previous Head Chef experience isn’t essential. We welcome experienced Chefs, Sous Chefs and ambitious Chefs de Partie who are keen to take on responsibility and develop.
You’ll have:
- A passion for seasonal British food.
- A positive, hands-on approach to leading a kitchen.
- An understanding of costing, stock control and food safety.
- A desire to learn, develop and take ownership with genuine interest in community and collaboration.
You won’t be expected to know everything from day one. We’ll provide support and mentoring where needed, working alongside our Executive Chef mentor and wider team.
What We Offer
£32,000–£36,000 depending on experience + approx. £2,000 TRONC, pension contributions, potential accommodation, professional development and genuine freedom to shape the food offer.
42–45 hours per week, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
Start: ASAP | Closing date: 1 September 2026
How to Apply
Send your CV and a short covering note via the advert or to [email protected].
Shortlisted candidates will meet the General Manager, Executive Chef mentor and a Director.
Come and help us build something special at the heart of the village.
Pay: £32,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
