Head Chef , Country Pub

COREcruitment · Northampton, Northamptonshire

Head Chef , Country Pub at COREcruitment, based in Northampton, Northamptonshire. This is a temporary role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Contract
Temporary
Posted
8 hours ago
Closes
24 Nov 2026
Sector
Chef

Reference vacancies/6365284765

About the role

Head Chef | Country Pub

Chapel Brampton, Northamptonshire | £45,000 + £4,000 Tips + £4,000 Bonus + Free Live-In

We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef to take the lead at a beautiful, food-led country pub in the Northamptonshire countryside.

This is a large, busy operation with a strong reputation for food, extensive outdoor space and a packed calendar of events. The venue offers a mix of classic British pub dishes, seasonal food, Sunday roasts, BBQs and private events.

The Role

  • Lead and develop a busy kitchen team
  • Take ownership of food quality, consistency and standards
  • Oversee high-volume service across the pub and outdoor operation
  • Develop seasonal menus using quality ingredients
  • Lead the kitchen through weddings, parties and large events
  • Manage GP, stock, ordering and kitchen costs
  • Build a positive and well-organised kitchen culture

The Venue

Set in the Northamptonshire countryside, this is a genuine destination country pub with a large indoor and outdoor operation.

The venue has a heated events marquee which hosts weddings, private parties, business events and celebrations throughout the year. It also runs a major outdoor BBQ operation during the summer months.

You’ll suit this role if you enjoy busy service, leading from the front and cooking proper pub food at volume.

The Package

  • £45,000 salary
  • £4,000 tips
  • £4,000 annual bonus
  • Free live-in accommodation
  • Opportunity to progress within an established pub group

If you’re an ambitious Head Chef looking for a role where you can make your mark, lead a strong kitchen and work in a beautiful countryside setting, this is well worth a look.

Reference: vacancies/6365284765 · Posted 8 hours ago · Closes 24 Nov 2026 · Listed via COREcruitment

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