Head Chef – CHOP Chophouse
Location: Tombland, Norwich
Salary: £38,000–£40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, 48 hours over 5 days
About CHOP
CHOP is an independent modern British chophouse located above The Edith Cavell on Tombland in the heart of Norwich.
We specialise in quality meat on the bone, celebrating traditional butcher’s cuts including tomahawks, T-bones, pork chops, lamb chops and other premium cuts, alongside a carefully crafted menu built around fresh, seasonal ingredients. Our focus is on quality, consistency and delivering a memorable dining experience rather than simply serving steaks.
We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef who shares our passion for exceptional produce, enjoys leading a close-knit team and wants to help establish CHOP as one of Norfolk’s leading independent chophouses.
The Role
As Head Chef, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards while working closely with the owner to continue developing the business.
You’ll be responsible for leading the kitchen team, maintaining excellent food quality, driving commercial performance and creating an environment where people enjoy coming to work.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team.
- Deliver consistently high-quality food and presentation.
- Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety and HACCP compliance.
- Manage stock, ordering and supplier relationships.
- Control food costs, labour and kitchen GP.
- Develop seasonal specials and contribute ideas to menu development.
- Recruit, train and mentor kitchen staff.
- Ensure smooth service while maintaining high standards under pressure.
- Work closely with the owner to help grow and develop the business.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience as a Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready to step up.
- Is passionate about cooking quality meat and working with premium ingredients.
- Understands the importance of consistency and attention to detail.
- Is a confident leader who enjoys developing people.
- Has strong commercial awareness and understands food cost, labour and stock control.
- Takes pride in maintaining exceptionally high kitchen standards.
- Wants to build a long-term career within an ambitious independent business.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £38,000–£40,000 depending on experience.
- Creative input into menu development.
- A supportive owner who is passionate about growing the business.
- The opportunity to shape and lead a unique independent chophouse.
- Staff meals while on duty.
- Company pension.
- Employee discounts.
- A genuine opportunity to make your mark and grow with the business.
If you’re passionate about quality food, traditional butcher’s cuts and leading a successful kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.
Pay: £38,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
