Lead Chef

The historic, community owned Drewe Arms in Drewsteignton, Devon is looking for its first Lead Chef; someone with a deep understanding of food and flavour and with the energy and vision to create something unique. The Drewe was bought by the community in 2023 and reopened in 2024. We are in the process of creating a team that will build on the great start we have made. If you think youd like to be part of this, read on.

Our food offer - Simplicity, seasonality, value and taste. We believe that The Drewe can provide its community and its many visitors with a menu that inspires. Quality, not quantity.

Our kitchen - We have a small kitchen in the heart of the pub and are slowly upgrading, having recently invested in a Rational oven. If successful, you will be working alongside / overlapping with a dedicated and hard-working commis-chef to deliver food that will keep our customers coming back for more.

Our commitment to you - If you are successful, you will be joining a team committed to the success of The Drewe Arms.You will be well supported, treated fairly and be part of a nationally recognised success story. This is no ordinary lead chef position in no ordinary pub. We are creating a role with built in flexibility (including hours and shift patterns) and with the chance to create somet...