Are you an experienced Head Chef looking for your next opportunity in beautiful Dartmouth?
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Head Chef to join the team at The Floating Bridge, Dartmouth – a traditional pub in a beautiful South Devon location.
About The Floating Bridge
The Floating Bridge is part of Quality Inns of Gloucestershire , a family-run pub group with 15 unique pubs across Gloucestershire and Devon.
We are not a traditional chain. Each of our pubs has its own character and community, but they all share the same focus: good British pub food, friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere .
At The Floating Bridge, we are looking for a Head Chef who enjoys cooking proper pub food, using good-quality ingredients and creating dishes that fit naturally with the character of the pub.
The Role
As Head Chef, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, working closely with the owner managers and front-of-house teams to deliver a consistent, high-quality food offering.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and managing the kitchen team
Planning and developing menus suited to the pub
Overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations
Ensuring food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard
Managing stock, ordering and supplier relationships
Monitoring food costs and working within agreed GP targets
Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
Training and supporting kitchen team members
Working closely with the pub management and front-of-house team to ensure a great experience for our customers
What we're looking for
We're looking for a hands-on, experienced Head Chef who understands what makes a great traditional pub kitchen.
You will ideally have:
At least 2 years' experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior kitchen manager in a busy pub or managed house
Strong knowledge of traditional British pub food
Good understanding of food safety and hygiene
Experience managing and developing a kitchen team
Good knowledge of stock control and food GP
A passion for fresh, good-quality ingredients
The ability to remain calm and organised in a busy kitchen
Strong communication and leadership skills
A genuine passion for good food and hospitality
What we can offer
£40,000 base + £50,000 OTE with service charge and bonus scheme
Food and accommodation discounts across Quality Inns' pubs, hotels, lodges, apartments and campsites in Gloucestershire and Devon
Workplace pension scheme
Health insurance following successful completion of a 6-month probationary period
Holiday buy-back scheme
Opportunities for career development and progression within a growing family-run pub group
The opportunity to make your mark on a well-established Dartmouth pub
Location
The Floating Bridge is located on Coombe Road, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9PQ .
Due to the rural location of the pub, reliable transport is essential , as public transport options can be limited.
If you're an experienced chef looking for your next challenge and would like to join a family-run pub group where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and a short cover letter telling us all about you!