Head Chef - Castle Inn, Newport, Pembrokeshire

Lead our kitchen. Shape our menu. Build a team.

We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen, inspire our team, and take full ownership of food quality, standards, and creativity. This is your chance to make your mark in a supportive, well-respected pub environment.

What you’ll be doing:

Leading and developing the kitchen team, setting the tone for standards and culture
Creating seasonal menus and consistently excellent dishes
Managing food costs, stock, and GP
Ensuring food safety, cleanliness, and organisation at all times
Mentoring chefs and fostering a positive, motivated kitchen environment

What we’re looking for:

Proven experience as a Head Chef (or strong Senior Sous ready to step up)
Leadership and communication skills that inspire a team
Creativity and passion for food done to the highest standard
Calm under pressure with an eye for detail

What we offer:

Competitive salary and pension
Discounted food, drinks, and accommodation
A fair share of gratuities, managed by TiPJAR
Access to 50% of your earnings at any time, plus financial wellbeing support through Stream
Regular days off and Christmas Day off
Exceptional training, both in-house and external
Career development opportunities

Pay: From £35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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