Chef Patron

Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13

The employer

A well-regarded, food-led pub known for delivering exceptional dining experiences in a warm and welcoming environment. This is the first asset in an ambitious venture supported by financial backers aiming to grow into a portfolio of 5-6 pubs.

The job

As Chef Patron you will assume full responsibility for the kitchen, taking charge of daily kitchen operations and ensuring the highest culinary standards. You'll collaborate on menu development, celebrating fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients.
You'll manage stock, ordering, and budgets to drive profitability, and be receive a generous profit share as reward.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the culinary identity of a successful operation with a clear pathway to advance your career to an eventual Executive Chef position for a talented and driven individual.

What you'll need

Experienced Head Chef, or Senior Sous Chef looking to step up
Driven, passionate, and ambitious
Passionate about fresh, high-quality food with a creative approach to menu development.
Highly organized, with excellent leadership and communication skills.
Commercially astute, with a strong understanding of budget and stock management.
Dedicated to maintaining a positive, respectful kitchen environment.
Full driving licence and transport due to location

Where you'll be based

The pub is in an idyllic village location close to Woodbridge, Suffolk

What you'll receive

£50,000 per annum
Generous bonus scheme in the form of a profit share
Stake in the group business
Share of tips
Huge progression opportunities with additional properties
28 days annual leave

Find out more

To discuss this position in more detail, please send your CV to martin@martin-salter.com or call 07983 967143.

All communication will be treated in complete confidence.