Head Chef Gastro Hartfield Fresh Cooking Great Accomodation if needed

This job does not provide sponsorship please do not apply if you require Head Chef Gastro Hartfield Head Chef Hartfield, East Sussex (TN7) £35,000 Free Live-In or £39,000 (paying accommodation or living in own off site) Were recruiting a Head Chef for the fantastic Gastro in Hartfield , a beautiful, characterful pub in the Ashdown Forest area. This is a large, well-established gastro pub thats known for fresh, seasonal cooking and hearty, crowd-pleasing menus perfect for chefs who love proper pub food done right. The kitchen runs on fresh produce, high volume at times, and real pride in quality. Its often bonkers busy on weekends or peak days, and much calmer earlier in the week so the ideal candidate must be experienced in managing shifts at pace and organising quieter periods productively . Were looking for someone who: Has proven experience in a committed gastro pub or restaurant environment Cooks with fresh ingredients only no shortcuts Is confident leading a kitchen team and managing services from prep to clean-down Can handle volume without compromising standards Takes pride in building and training a tight-knit kitchen team Wants to be part of a professional but relaxed pub culture Package: £35,000 with free accommodation on-site OR £39,000 salary if you choose to pay for accommodation Potential up to £40,000 if you live out and bring senior-level experience This is a great opportunity for a skilled sous or established head chef who thrives in a gastro pub setting and is looking for a proper long-term role with autonomy and support. Tonnes of long term potential and owned by a private company who own several pubs and a boutique hotel. Interested? Please send your CV to me Kelly@ baxendalemason.co.uk AMRT1_UKCT

Location: Upper Hartfield, GB

Posted Date: 5/17/2025