Head Chef

The Masons Arms dates back to the 14th-century and resides in one of the South West’s most picturesque villages. Passing beneath its cosy thatched roof, you’ll be working in a characterful pub with comfy rooms. The interior charms with timber frames, low beamed ceilings, and the warmth of a log fire.

Branscombe is an idyllic rural destination that’s surrounded by rolling green hills, with its own beach being a short stroll from the pub.

We’re looking for a Head Chef to lead our talented kitchen team. You’ll oversee a fast-paced environment, manage passionate people, and cook with locally sourced produce to provide experiences that delight our guests. 

About you: 

• You front the Kitchen and Back of House Team, taking pride in overseeing a quality food offering that delights our guests. 
• Working closely with the General Manager, you champion the spirit and values of St Austell Family Group, inspiring those around you and setting a glowing example for them to follow.
• You have a passion for creating culinary delights from quality, locally sourced ingredients.
• A keen eye for details sees you take responsibility for all food leaving the kitchen, making sure it is up to spec, with costs kept in line with company targets.
• Closely monitoring your team’s performance gives you the insight to give praise where it’s due, provide constructive feedback, and nurture talent.
• You care about the environment and ensure that the handling and disposing of waste and recycling materials is done in the right way. Your team members see you as a source of knowledge. Thanks to you, they know our offering inside out and adapt to menu changes with ease. Y
• You know food health and safety regulations like the back of your hand.
• Being commercially minded, you understand budgets and sales targets, and play your part in helping to achieve them.
• You make sure the kitchen it is kept looking spick and span, upholding the highest levels of hygiene and cleanliness.

What we will offer you in return:

• A competitive salary. 
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company benefits discount card, which includes 30% off food & drink in our managed houses and 50% off accommodation.
• Pension scheme, contribution-based.
• Fantastic training & career development opportunities.
• Exceptional bonus scheme.
• Healthcare cashback plan.

St Austell Family Group is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.  

The Masons Arms dates back to the 14th-century and resides in one of the South West’s most picturesque villages. Passing beneath its cosy thatched roof, you’ll be working in a characterful pub with comfy rooms. The interior charms with timber frames, low beamed ceilings, and the warmth of a log fire.

Branscombe is an idyllic rural destination that’s surrounded by rolling green hills, with its own beach being a short stroll from the pub.

We’re looking for a Head Chef to lead our talented kitchen team. You’ll oversee a fast-paced environment, manage passionate people, and cook with locally sourced produce to provide experiences that delight our guests. 

About you: 

• You front the Kitchen and Back of House Team, taking pride in overseeing a quality food offering that delights our guests. 
• Working closely with the General Manager, you champion the spirit and values of St Austell Family Group, inspiring those around you and setting a glowing example for them to follow.
• You have a passion for creating culinary delights from quality, locally sourced ingredients.
• A keen eye for details sees you take responsibility for all food leaving the kitchen, making sure it is up to spec, with costs kept in line with company targets.
• Closely monitoring your team’s performance gives you the insight to give praise where it’s due, provide constructive feedback, and nurture talent.
• You care about the environment and ensure that the handling and disposing of waste and recycling materials is done in the right way. Your team members see you as a source of knowledge. Thanks to you, they know our offering inside out and adapt to menu changes with ease. Y
• You know food health and safety regulations like the back of your hand.
• Being commercially minded, you understand budgets and sales targets, and play your part in helping to achieve them.
• You make sure the kitchen it is kept looking spick and span, upholding the highest levels of hygiene and cleanliness.

What we will offer you in return:

• A competitive salary. 
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company benefits discount card, which includes 30% off food & drink in our managed houses and 50% off accommodation.
• Pension scheme, contribution-based.
• Fantastic training & career development opportunities.
• Exceptional bonus scheme.
• Healthcare cashback plan.

St Austell Family Group is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.