Location: Near Wetherby, West Yorkshire
Hourly Rate: £19.61 per hour
Contract: Temporary
Industry: Food-Led Pub
Thursday to Sunday ongoing

LEAD A HIGH-QUALITY PUB KITCHEN – TEMP HEAD CHEF JOBS NEAR WETHERBY

Are you an experienced, creative chef ready to step into a Head Chef role? We’re seeking a Temporary Head Chef to take the reins in our busy, vibrant food-led pub near Wetherby. This is your chance to showcase your leadership and culinary flair, ensuring top-notch standards in a welcoming, community-focused setting.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE – TEMP HEAD CHEF (FOOD PUB) OPPORTUNITIES

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef, or similar leadership role in fresh food pubs or restaurants
• Comprehensive knowledge of kitchen management and modern food safety standards
• Confident working with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creating flavor-driven dishes
• Strong leadership skills: able to inspire, organize, and develop team members in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, committed, and able to adapt quickly to a new team and kitchen setup
• Available for a temporary full-time contract with immediate or short notice start

• Lead all aspects of daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and presentation
• Design, prepare, and serve a range of seasonal pub dishes using fresh and locally sourced ingredients
• Supervise, train, and motivate the kitchen brigade, driving high performance and team spirit
• Oversee menu planning, daily specials, and implement creative ideas to keep the offer exciting
• Control stock, order supplies, and manage budgets efficiently while minimizing waste
• Maintain compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations at all times
• Work closely with management to review performance, gather feedback, and continually improve guest satisfaction