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  • Full Time(48)

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  • All Bar One(1)
  • Castle(8)
  • Ember Inns(7)
  • Harvester(4)
  • Miller & Carter (4)
  • Mitchells & Butlers(1)
  • Ego(1)
  • Nicholson's(1)
  • Premium Country Pubs(3)
  • Sizzling Pub & Grill(6)
  • Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery(3)
  • Toby Carvery(2)
  • Vintage(7)

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Latest Jobs

Head Chef

Salary

Up to £40000.00 per annum

Location

Harvester - Horse & Groom - EAST SUSSEX, 1 High St, Polegate BN26 5HA, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Harvester

Location

Polegate

Description

As Head Chef at the Horse & Groom - Harvester you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the

Reference

2682793

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sue Bayley

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Sue Bayley
Sue Bayley

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Sue Bayley
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £37500.00 per annum

Location

Red Lion - Kidlington, 5 Oxford Rd,UK, Kidlington, OX5 2AP, United Kingdom

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Ember Inns

Location

Kidlington

Description

As Head Chef at the Red Lion Kidlington you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitche

Reference

2693800

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Helen Osborn

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Helen Osborn
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £40000.00 per annum

Location

Sun In Splendour, 7 Portobello Rd, London W11 3DA, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Castle

Location

London

Description

As Head Chef at the Sun In Splendour you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen i

Reference

2689376

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Laura Kelly

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Laura Kelly
Laura Kelly

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Laura Kelly
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £39000.00 per annum

Location

Goat, 66a Battersea Rise Clapham LONDON SW11 1EQ

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Castle

Location

London

Description

As Head Chef at the Goat you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the hig

Reference

2694646

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Laura Kelly

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Laura Kelly
Laura Kelly

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Laura Kelly
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £36000.00 per annum

Location

Bull, 100 Upper St, London N1 0NP, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Castle

Location

London

Description

As Head Chef at the Bull you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the hig

Reference

2690152

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Laura Kelly

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Laura Kelly
Laura Kelly

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Laura Kelly
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £35300.00 per annum

Location

Turnpike, 169 Soundwell Rd, Soundwell, Bristol BS16 4RP, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Sizzling Pub & Grill

Location

Soundwell

Description

As Head Chef at the Turnpike you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the

Reference

2658654

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Helen Osborn

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Helen Osborn
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £37000.00 per annum

Location

Three Brooks, Bradley Stoke District Centre, Bradley Stoke BS32 8EF, United Kingdom

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Ember Inns

Location

Bradley Stoke

Description

As Head Chef at The Three Brooks you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of

Reference

2671463

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Helen Osborn

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Helen Osborn
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £37000.00 per annum

Location

Greatfield, Caernavon Road, Cheltenham GL51 3BW, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Ember Inns

Location

Cheltenham

Description

As Head Chef at the Greatfield you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of t

Reference

2694659

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Helen Osborn

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Helen Osborn
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £36000.00 per annum plus bonus, plus live in accommodation

Location

Town House, 18-22 Yarmouth Road NORWICH NR7 0EF

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery

Location

Norwich

Description

As Head Chef at the Town House you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of t

Reference

2669046

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sandra Koziela Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £39000.00 per annum OTE

Location

Haymoor, 18, Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Cres, Poole BH17 9DW, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Sizzling Pub & Grill

Location

Poole

Description

As Head Chef at the Haymoor you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the

Reference

2656527

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sue Bayley

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Sue Bayley
Sue Bayley

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Sue Bayley
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £38000.00 per annum plus bonus

Location

Punch Tavern, Calcott, Sturry, Canterbury CT3 4NB, United Kingdom

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery

Location

Canterbury

Description

As Head Chef at the Punch Tavern you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of

Reference

2646341

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sue Bayley

Author

Sue Bayley
Sue Bayley

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Sue Bayley
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £36500.00 per annum

Location

Grange Hotel, 225-227 Newcastle Rd, Sunderland SR5 1NR, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Sizzling Pub & Grill

Location

Sunderland

Description

As Head Chef at the Grange Hotel you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of

Reference

2692549

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Rachel Hoggard Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £35300.00 per annum plus bonus

Location

Anson, Station Rd, Wallsend NE28 8QS, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Sizzling Pub & Grill

Location

Wallsend

Description

As Head Chef at the Anson you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the hi

Reference

2650898

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Emily Seagrave Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £37700.00 per annum

Location

Plume of Feathers, Plume of Feathers, Stratford Rd, Shirley, Solihull B90 3BW, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery

Location

Shirley

Description

As Head Chef at the Plume of Feathers you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen

Reference

2661021

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Helen Osborn

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Helen Osborn
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £40000.00 per annum

Location

Toby Carvery - Worcester Park, Old Malden Lane, Worcester Park, Surrey KT4 7PY, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Toby Carvery

Location

Worcester Park

Description

As Head Chef at Toby Carvery - Worcester Park you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the

Reference

2691521

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sophie Russell Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £39150.00 per annum

Location

Fox, 129 Bradford Rd, Menston, Ilkley LS29 6EB, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Premium Country Pubs

Location

Menston

Description

As Head Chef at the Fox you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the high

Reference

2678316

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sophie Dawson

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Sophie Dawson
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OUR STORIES

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Common Head Chef interview questions and how to ace them

Teaser

Career Advice

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

02/06/2026

Summary

Preparing for a Head Chef interview can feel a bit like a Saturday night service, fast-paced, high-pressure, and full of moments where you need to bring your A-game. The good news? Most Head Che

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Most Head Chef interview questions follow predictable themes. If you know what interviewers are looking for, you can walk in confident and ready to impress.

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How to write a winning Head Chef CV in 2026

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Career Advice

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

02/06/2026

Summary

A great Head Chef CV doesn’t just list kitchens you’ve worked in, it tells the story of how you lead teams, deliver standout food, run a commercially strong operation, and keep guests coming back

Teaser

At M&B, we know Head Chefs are more than cooks. They’re culture-builders, business leaders, mentors, and creative forces in the kitchen.

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Daria Dysarz

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Cooking up a kitchen career: James’ journey from Chef to Head Chef

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Diversity and Inclusion

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

02/03/2026

Summary

Ever wondered how a kitchen career can really take off? We caught up with James Chilongo, who started as a Chef back in 2007 and is now a Kitchen Investment Trainer at M&B.  From working acro

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Ever wondered how a kitchen career can take off? We caught up with James, who started as a Chef back in 2007 and is now a Kitchen Investment Trainer at M&B.

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Laura Kelly

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5 reasons M&B Head Chef jobs are a cut above the rest

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Our Culture

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

01/16/2026

Summary

Being a Head Chef at M&B is about running a high-energy, fast-paced environment where every decision shapes not only the dining experience for your guests, but also your team. We give you real

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Being a Head Chef at M&B is about running a high-energy environment where every decision shapes the dining experience for your guests, but also your team.

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Sophie Dawson

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Sophie Dawson

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Sophie Dawson

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4 steps for a successful Head Chef job application

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Career Advice

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

12/17/2025

Summary

Thinking about your next move as a Head Chef? Maybe you’re ready to lead your own kitchen, or you’re already one of the most senior chefs on the pass and looking for a business that will help you ste

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It really couldn't be easier to find your next kitchen job! All you've got to do is follow these four steps until you land on the role that's right for you.

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Sophie Dawson

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Sophie Dawson

Sophie Dawson

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Sophie Dawson

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A day in the life of a Head Chef at Harvester

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Career Development

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

12/17/2025

Summary

Rotisserie chicken. Unlimited salad bars. Proper crowd‑pleasing food. When people think of Harvester, those are usually the first things that spring to mind. But behind every great plate is a buzzing

Teaser

We caught up with to two of our Head Chefs, Carl and Indie, and they gave us a glimpse into what it's like to work in a Harvester kitchen during a busy service.

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Sophie Russell

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Sophie Russell

Sophie Russell

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Sophie Russell

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5 reasons Christmas chef jobs are the best seasonal work

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Our Culture

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

12/01/2025

Summary

If the thought of tinsel, festive tunes, and roast dinners gets you excited, or even if you’re usually a bit of a Scrooge, then a Christmas chef job might just be your perfect seasonal gig.  I

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Is there a better time to look for a chef job than at Christmas? Pubs, bars and restaurants are never more alive and merry and you could be in the thick of it.

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Rachel Hoggard

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Rachel Hoggard

Rachel Hoggard

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Rachel Hoggard

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5 reasons to bring your Kitchen Manager career to M&B

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Career Advice

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

01/27/2025

Summary

At M&B, we’re passionate about helping our team members grow and reach their full potential. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to progress in your career, we provide plenty of training

Teaser

We’ve got the ingredients to help you prep for a successful Kitchen Manager career, are you ready to get cooking?

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Rebecca Skeet

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Rebecca Skeet

Rebecca Skeet

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Rebecca Skeet

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Who are the best chefs in the world? Get inspired to start your own chef journey at M&B

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Career Advice

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

01/06/2025

Summary

Ever wondered how the world’s best chefs got their start? Spoiler alert: none of them were born holding a Michelin star.  From peeling potatoes in a tiny kitchen to perfecting dishes that wow the

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Let’s dive into the journeys of some of the most inspiring chefs in the world and show you how your culinary adventure could kick off with us!

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Rebecca Skeet

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Could you be a chef? The answer might surprise you

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Career Advice

Content Type

Blog

Publish date

12/20/2024

Summary

A chef job isn’t just for those trained at fancy French cookery schools, or those who have been whipping up pastries since before they could walk. In fact, you could become a chef right now –

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You could be a chef right now – but do you have what it takes? Let's see if you tick any of the boxes here.

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