Head Chef Gastro Pub

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The Gloucester Old Spot is seeking an experienced, driven and commercially minded Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at our award-winning, independent pub and events venue in Bristol.
Renowned for our fresh, locally sourced food, busy Sunday roasts and thriving functions trade, The Gloucester Old Spot is one of Bristols most popular destinations for weddings, celebrations, private parties and corporate events. With a large garden, heated marquee and versatile indoor spaces, food plays a central role in delivering memorable guest experiences.
We are looking for a Head Chef who can lead from the front, inspire a team and deliver high-quality food consistently across both day-to-day service and high-volume events. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong Sous Chef ready to step up or an existing Head Chef looking for a fresh challenge within a successful independent business.
You will head up a brigade of five chefs in a hands-on leadership role, working closely with the owners to develop menus, drive standards and support the continued growth of our functions and weddings offering.
About the Role
Lead and develop the kitchen team to deliver consistently high standards
Oversee food delivery across busy service periods, weddings, private functions and large-scale events
Create and evolve menus including buffets, event food, seasonal specials and traditional Sunday roasts
Manage food GP, supplier relationships and cost control
Take full ownership of stock management, ordering and waste reduction
Recruit, train and motivate a high-performing kitchen brigade
Plan rotas and manage labour costs effectively
Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety and kitchen best practice
About You
A skilled and organised chef with strong attention to detail
A confident leader with a track record of managing busy, high-volume kitchens
Experienced in delivering food for functions, weddings or events
Commercially aware with strong GP and cost-control knowledge
Passionate about fresh food, local produce and great guest experiences
Calm under pressure with excellent service leadership
Minimum 2 years experience in a senior kitchen management role
What We Offer
Full-time contract 45 hours over 5 days
The opportunity to play a key role in an award-winning independent business
Creative input into menus and event food development
A supportive working environment with strong team culture
If you are a passionate chef ready to take ownership of a busy kitchen and be part of an exciting events-led pub operation, we would love to hear from you.

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Location:
Bristol
Job Type:
PartTime

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