Junior chef Work, Jobs in Buntingford (with Salaries)

Head Chef
Peppermill Bar & Kitchen —Buntingford
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Management
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Junior Sous Chef
Cambscuisine —Cambridge
- Up to £47,000 a year
- Overtime
- Restaurant
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Chef
Sodexo —Royston
- £14 - £16 an hour
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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13d
Cafe Chef
Garden Kitchen —Trumpington
- £26,000 - £28,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Employee discount
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Junior Sous Chef
the Waggoners —Welwyn Garden City
- £24,824.28 - £30,000.00 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Free parking
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Junior Sous Chef
Dalata —Cambridge
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Employee assistance programme
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Junior Sous Chef
The Greyhound Sawston —Cambridge
- £16.00 - £17.95 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Junior Sous Chef
Zafferano Lounge —Saffron Walden
- £13.10 - £13.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Cooking
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef
Flitwick Manor Country House Hotel —Flitwick
- £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef
Acorn Pubs —Ampthill
- Up to £38,000 a year
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Hotel
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Chef
Sherbourne Lodge limited —Cambridge
- £16.00 - £19.27 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
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13d
Junior Sous Chef
Novo Lounge —Harlow
- £13.10 - £13.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Cooking
- Employee discount
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8d
Junior Sous Chef
Quattro Lounge —Hertford
- £13.10 - £13.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Cooking
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef
Old Bicycle Shop —Cambridge
- £36,000 a year
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Leadership
- Restaurant experience
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Junior Sous Chef
Rosso Lounge —Biggleswade
- £13.10 - £13.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Cooking
- Employee discount
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8d
Sous Chef
BaxterStorey UK —Cambridge
- £33,743 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Junior Sous Chef
Bolland & Crust —London
- £15 - £18 an hour
- Temporary
- In-person
- Employee discount
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Head Brunch Chef - Highams Park, East London
Part Deux —London
- £18 - £22 an hour
- Part-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- Cooking
- IT
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Chef
Byron's Bear —Cambridge
- £13.00 - £13.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
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Junior Sous Chef - OTE c. £43k pa
Cosy Club —St Albans
- £33,200 - £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
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Head Chef

Peppermill Bar & Kitchen
Buntingford

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Job details

Full-time
£45,000 - £50,000 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Discounted or free food
Company pension
Employee discount

Qualifications

Management
Cooking
English
Organisational skills
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Head Chef

The Peppermill Bar & Kitchen, Buntingford, Hertfordshire
Salary: £45,000–£50,000 + generous tips

The Peppermill Bar & Kitchen is an independent small plates restaurant in the heart of Buntingford, Hertfordshire, renowned for exceptional food, warm hospitality and a passion for locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.

We're looking for an ambitious and talented Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and help shape the next chapter of The Peppermill. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who thrives in a quality-driven environment, enjoys leading from the front and is passionate about creating outstanding dishes using the very best fresh produce.

Working closely with the owners, you'll have the opportunity to influence seasonal menus, inspire your team and play a key role in maintaining the reputation that has made The Peppermill a favourite destination for both locals and visitors.

What's on Offer

£45,000–£50,000 basic salary
Generous tips in addition to salary
Wednesday to Sunday working pattern
48-hour contract
Closed every Monday and Tuesday, offering an excellent work-life balance
Creative freedom to develop seasonal menus and specials
The opportunity to be part of a respected, ambitious independent restaurant with a loyal customer base
A supportive, hands-on ownership team that values innovation and quality

The Role

As Head Chef, you'll lead every aspect of the kitchen operation, ensuring consistently exceptional food and an efficient, positive working environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team
Designing and delivering seasonal menus featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients wherever possible
Maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
Managing stock, ordering, food GP and kitchen budgets
Ensuring full compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety legislation
Training and mentoring junior chefs to support their development
Working closely with the front-of-house team to deliver an outstanding guest experience
Driving operational excellence while maintaining a calm, organised kitchen during busy services

About You

You'll be a passionate chef who takes pride in delivering exceptional food and leading a successful team.

We're looking for someone with:

Previous experience as a Head Chef, or an accomplished Sous Chef ready to take the next step
Strong leadership and people management skills
A passion for modern British cuisine with European and international influences
Experience working with fresh, seasonal produce in a quality-led kitchen
Excellent commercial awareness, including stock control, food margins and labour management
Strong organisational skills and the ability to perform under pressure
High standards, attention to detail and genuine pride in every dish that leaves the kitchen
A positive attitude, excellent communication skills and a commitment to developing others

Join The Peppermill

If you're looking for a Head Chef position where your creativity is encouraged, your leadership is valued and you'll be part of a passionate independent business with an excellent reputation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help lead the future of The Peppermill Bar & Kitchen.

Pay: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

Buntingford, Hertfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

How do you maintain quality when the kitchen is under pressure?
What are you looking for in your next role?
How do you motivate your kitchen team during busy periods?
How do you balance creativity with food cost targets?

Experience:

Senior Chef: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

English (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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