Head Chef – Gastro Pub – Lyndhurst

New Forest | Competitive Salary + Live-In Accommodation

We’re recruiting for a talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a much-loved, historic New Forest pub.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the kitchen, develop seasonal, fresh and locally sourced menus, and lead a small, close-knit team.

About You

• Experienced Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready for the next step

• Proven experience in a quality pub, restaurant or similar

• Passionate about fresh, seasonal food and great pub classics

• Confident leading, training and motivating a kitchen team

• Strong menu development and commercial awareness

• Excellent food hygiene, allergen and compliance knowledge

• Calm and organised under pressure

• Comfortable working in a seasonal, high-volume environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience

• Single-person live-in accommodation available

• Freedom to shape and develop the food offering

• Supportive working environment and established customer base

• Professional development and progression opportunities

• Beautiful location in the heart of the New Forest

If you’re a passionate chef looking for a role where you can make your mark and lead the food offering, we’d love to hear from you.