Head Restaurant Chef at Brocket Hall

Brocket Hall is seeking an innovative Head Restaurant Chef to lead the culinary direction of its new riverside restaurant. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-quality, modern restaurant environments and a passion for leading by example and mentoring junior chefs.

Requirements

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-quality, modern restaurant environment.
• Strong background in seasonal British or European cuisine, with openness to global influences.
• Passion for leading by example, mentoring junior chefs, and maintaining a calm, organised kitchen.
• Commercially aware, with experience managing food cost, GP, stock control, and labour planning.
• Familiar with modern kitchen systems, health & safety standards, and allergen compliance.
• Creative mindset with a desire to contribute to a bold, distinctive culinary identity.

Benefits

• Be at the heart of a major restaurant launch while playing a key role in estate-wide luxury hospitality.
• Work in a truly unique setting across historic venues, lakeside locations, and event pavilions.
• Freedom to develop the food concept and make your mark in a high-profile, creative role.
• Opportunities for collaboration with guest chefs, special events, and estate-wide dining experiences.
• Staff benefits include performance incentives, estate-wide discounts, and access to Brocket Hall's leisure facilities.