We are looking for an experienced and reliable Head Chef to lead the kitchen at The Spotted Cow, a busy independent pub and restaurant in Farnham.
This is a hands-on role for someone who can lead from the front, maintain high food standards and keep the kitchen organised during busy services.
Main responsibilities
Lead and manage the kitchen team
Run busy lunch, evening and Sunday services
Maintain consistent food quality and presentation
Manage food ordering, stock levels and wastage
Control food costs and kitchen labour
Organise kitchen rotas and daily prep
Train and support chefs and kitchen assistants
Maintain excellent food hygiene, HACCP and allergen standards
Help develop seasonal menus and specials
Make sure the kitchen is clean, organised and ready for service
Work closely with the owners and front-of-house management
What we're looking for
Previous experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
Strong experience in a busy pub or restaurant kitchen
Confident running all sections of the kitchen
Good leadership and communication skills
Strong understanding of food costing and stock control
Reliable, organised and able to work under pressure
High standards of cleanliness and food safety
Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends
We serve a mixture of British and Mediterranean-style dishes, pub classics, grills, pizzas and seasonal specials, so experience across a varied fresh-food menu would be ideal.
We are an independent, family-run business and are looking for someone who wants to take ownership of the kitchen and become an important part of the team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Experience:
Work Location: In person
