Head Chef – The Lord Palmerston
Fresh, honest food with a twist on tradition
Hi, I’m Rebecca, and I couldn’t be more excited about The Lord Palmerston! This isn’t just another pub—it’s about creating a living room for our community, with great drinks, nostalgic food, and genuine hospitality. A place where people come together to share good times, enjoy fantastic food, and feel at home.
At the heart of that vision is the kitchen. That’s why I’m looking for a talented, passionate Head Chef to help me bring it to life. My food philosophy is simple: Fresh, honest food with a twist on tradition, using the best seasonal British produce. I want our guests to experience the warmth of classic dishes they love, elevated with creativity and quality ingredients. If you share that passion for high-quality, ingredient-led cooking and want the freedom to create, this could be the perfect role for you.
What We Offer Our Head Chefs:
* Full autonomy to create your own menus and specials
* Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme and Development Programmes
* Regular culinary masterclasses (Game, Butchery, Shellfish & more)
* Inspirational food trips with our top-quality suppliers
* Chef Forums with other Head Chefs to share ideas and develop
* Free meals on shift
* 20% discount in all Young’s pubs and hotels
* Share Save Scheme & Company Pension Scheme
* 28 days holiday per year
What We’re Looking For:
* Someone who can inspire, lead, and bring out the best in their team
* Experience delivering high-quality, seasonal food as a Head or Sous Chef
* A hands-on leader with a passion for training and developing people
* Strong planning, organization, and cost-control skills
* A creative mind, able to design and deliver exciting menus and specials
* A pro-active, positive approach to driving sales and business growth
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a business from the ground up—creating a food offering that excites and a kitchen team that thrives. If you’re as passionate about this as I am, I’d love to chat!
Apply now and let’s build something amazing together.