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  • Harvester(4)
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  • Ego(2)
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  • Premium Country Pubs(4)
  • Sizzling Pub & Grill(7)
  • Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery(3)
  • Vintage(5)

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Latest Jobs

Head Chef

Salary

Up to £36000.00 per annum plus bonus

Location

Collingtree, Butts Rd, East Hunsbury, UK, Northampton, NN4 0UE, United Kingdom

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Sizzling Pub & Grill

Location

Northampton

Description

As Head Chef at the Collingtree 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

2646227

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sophie Russell Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £34500.00 per annum

Location

Hazelwell, Pineapple Road, Birmingham B30 2RS, United Kingdom

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Sizzling Pub & Grill

Location

Birmingham

Description

As Head Chef at the Hazelwell 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 th

Reference

2663420

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Becca Houseago Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £39000.00 per annum plus bonus

Location

Jolly Gardeners, Jolly Gardener, 61-63 Lacy Rd, London SW15 1NT, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Castle

Location

London

Description

As Head Chef at the Jolly Gardeners 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

Reference

2645369

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 £42000.00 per annum

Location

Harvester - Mandeville Arms, Mandeville Rd, Northolt UB5 4LU, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Harvester

Location

Northolt

Description

As Head Chef at the Mandeville Arms - 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 th

Reference

2648272

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Daria Dysarz

Author

Daria Dysarz
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £42000.00 per annum plus bonus

Location

EGO - Penhow, Groes Wen inn, Penhow, NP26 3AD, United Kingdom

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

EGO

Location

Penhow

Description

As Head Chef at EGO - Penhow 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

2645441

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sophie Russell Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £36000.00 per annum plus bonus

Location

O'Neills Harborne, 310 High Street, Birmingham, B17 9PU, United Kingdom

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

O'Neill's

Location

Birmingham

Description

As Head Chef at O'Neill's Harborne 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

Reference

2645731

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sophie Russell Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef - Live in

Salary

Up to £44000.00 per annum plus bonus, plus live in accommodation

Location

Seahorse, 52-54 The St, Shalford, Guildford GU4 8BU, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Premium Country Pubs

Location

Shalford

Description

As Head Chef at the Seahorse 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

2646067

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sandra Koziela Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £40000.00 per annum

Location

Hawkins Forge, 110 Battersea Rise, London SW11 1EJ, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Castle

Location

London

Description

As Head Chef at the Hawkins Forge 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 o

Reference

2657992

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

Author

Helen Osborn
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £40000.00 per annum plus bonus

Location

Nags Head, Bagshot Rd, Knaphill, Woking GU21 2RP, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Premium Country Pubs

Location

Knaphill

Description

As Head Chef at the Nags Head 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 th

Reference

2646140

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sandra Koziela Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £36000.00 per annum plus bonus

Location

Trocadero, Temple St, Birmingham B2 5BG, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Oak Tree pubs

Location

Birmingham

Description

As Head Chef at the Trocadero 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 th

Reference

2646264

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sophie Russell Apply Add to shortlist
Head Chef

Salary

Up to £37000.00 per annum plus bonus

Location

Bradley Inn, Laceby Rd, Grimsby DN34 5NX, UK

Departments

Head Chef-Kitchen Manager

Hours

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Regional role

Brand

Sizzling Pub & Grill

Location

Grimsby

Description

As Head Chef at the Bradley Inn 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

2646241

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Sophie Dawson

Author

Sophie Dawson
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Head Chef

Salary

Up to £38000.00 per annum

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 £34050.00 per annum

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

Rachel Weaver

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Rachel Weaver
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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

Author

Helen Osborn
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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

Teaser

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

Teaser

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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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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Laura Kelly

Laura Kelly

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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

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

Teaser

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

Teaser

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

Teaser

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 Weaver

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Rachel Weaver

Rachel Weaver

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Rachel Weaver

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

Teaser

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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Rebecca Skeet

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Could you be a chef? The answer might surprise you

Teaser

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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