Robertshaw's Farm Shop, Skipton, BD23 1UD
Full-Time | Daytime Hours Only | No Evenings
We’re looking for an inspiring Head Chef to lead the next chapter of our kitchen at Robertshaw’s Farm Shop Restaurant.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strong, people-focused chef who wants to build more than just a successful kitchen service. We’re creating a positive, ambitious, and collaborative kitchen culture centred around exceptional local produce, homemade food, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.
At Robertshaw’s, quality is at the heart of everything we do. From the fresh produce sold in our farm shop to the dishes served in our restaurant, we’re passionate about showcasing the very best local ingredients while delivering fantastic value and food that people want to come back for.
We’re looking for a Head Chef who shares those values — someone who can lead with positivity, inspire a team, maintain high standards, and help create a kitchen environment where people can thrive.
As Head Chef, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen while playing a key role in shaping its future. You’ll lead and develop the team, drive standards, contribute creatively to menus, and help build a kitchen culture based on teamwork, respect, consistency, and pride in what we do.
This role would suit a chef who loves working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and wants the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing business.
Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate, and develop the kitchen team
- Create and maintain a positive, collaborative kitchen culture
- Oversee all day-to-day kitchen operations
- Ensure consistently high standards of food quality and presentation
- Develop seasonal menus and daily specials using fresh local produce
- Manage stock control, ordering, GP, and kitchen organisation
- Maintain excellent food hygiene, health, and safety standards
- Support, train, and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff
- Work closely with the wider management team to drive the business forward
- Deliver calm, organised leadership during busy service periods
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fresh food environment
- A genuine passion for homemade food and exceptional ingredients
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Someone who leads by example and brings positive energy to the team
- High standards across food quality, consistency, and kitchen organisation
- Creativity and enthusiasm for menu development
- A team-builder who values collaboration, respect, and professionalism
What We Offer
- Daytime hours only — no evening shifts
- Full-time role working 5 days out of 7 (including 1 weekend day)
- Competitive salary
- 20% company discount
- Death in Service scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Opportunity to make a real impact and shape the future of the kitchen
- Beautiful countryside working environment
- A supportive business that values quality, people, and growth
If you’re excited by the idea of leading a passionate team, working with incredible local produce, and helping build a kitchen people are proud to be part of, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a short introduction about yourself.
