Head Chef | Sussex | £55,000

Head Chef

Sussex | £55,000

Lead the kitchen of a well-established, food-led gastro pub.

We’re looking for a passionate Head Chef to take the lead in a busy, well-regarded gastro pub in the heart of Sussex.

Known for its welcoming atmosphere and modern British menus, this is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys working with seasonal ingredients, putting their own stamp on dishes, and leading a motivated kitchen team. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact while maintaining an excellent work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading and developing the kitchen team, creating a positive and supportive culture.
• Delivering consistently high-quality food across lunch, dinner and Sunday service.
• Creating and evolving seasonal menus with a focus on fresh British produce.
• Managing GP, stock control, ordering and labour costs.
• Ensuring excellent food safety and hygiene standards.
• Working closely with the General Manager to drive the success of the business.
• Leading a smooth, organised kitchen during busy services and private events.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience as a Head Chef, or an ambitious Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
• Has a background in quality gastro pubs or modern British restaurants.
• Is passionate about seasonal British ingredients and fresh food.
• Is a confident leader who enjoys developing and motivating a team.
• Has strong organisational and commercial skills.
• Leads from the front and stays calm under pressure.

What’s on offer?

• £55,000 salary
• The opportunity to put your own stamp on a popular, food-led gastro pub.
• Supportive owners and a collaborative management team.
• Career progression within a growing hospitality group.
• Staff meals on duty.
• Company discounts.

If you’re looking for your next Head Chef role in a kitchen where quality food, great people and creativity come first, we’d love to hear from you.