Head Chef - Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire

Head Chef - Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire

The Red House, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire

Full-time | £40,000 – £45,000 per annum

Are you ready to take the next step in your hospitality career?

The Red House is a spacious and welcoming pub in Newport Pagnell, serving fresh, delicious food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. From family celebrations and corporate events to private parties and special occasions in our function spaces and marquee, every day brings something different. Join our team and become part of a venue that's at the heart of its local community.

As part of a growing, privately owned pub group, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career in a business that genuinely values its people and promotes from within.

The Role

As Head Chef, you'll take full responsibility for the day to day running of the kitchen, leading by example to deliver consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and service. You'll inspire and develop your team, manage kitchen operations efficiently and ensure every guest enjoys an exceptional dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team.
• Oversee the day-to-day operation of a busy fresh food kitchen.
• Deliver consistently high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Manage stock, ordering, food costs and GP targets.
• Produce seasonal menus and daily specials in line with company standards.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety and hygiene regulations.
• Recruit, train and develop kitchen team members.
• Manage rotas, labour costs and kitchen performance.
• Work closely with the General Manager to deliver an outstanding guest experience.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment.

About You

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
• Strong background in fresh food hospitality.
• Passion for producing high-quality dishes using fresh ingredients.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with experience managing food costs and kitchen budgets.
• Calm under pressure with a positive, hands-on approach.
• Committed to developing and supporting your team.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and busy trading periods.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000–£45,000
• Generous tips
• Company benefits
• Career progression within a growing hospitality group
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive, people-focused culture where your ideas and ambition are valued