Chefs Wanted – All Experience Levels Welcome

Chefs of All Levels – The Red Lion

Water’s End, Leighton Buzzard

£400,000 refurbishment. A fresh chapter. A kitchen team to be proud of.

Something exciting is cooking at The Red Lion — and we’d love you to be part of it.

With a £400,000 full refurbishment, we’re giving this much-loved pub a fresh lease of life. Now, we’re looking for passionate chefs to help bring its next chapter to the table.

Whether you’re taking your first steps in a professional kitchen, love the buzz of running your own section or have years of experience to share, this is your chance to join a team from the start and help make our reopening something special.

Great food. Fresh energy. Plenty of opportunity to make your mark.

A fresh start with flavour

There’s something special about being part of a reopening team: getting to know your teammates, preparing for that first service and seeing guests enjoy the food you’ve worked together to create.

At The Red Lion, you’ll cook with fresh ingredients, take pride in every plate and help build a kitchen where people support each other and enjoy what they do.

Bring your ideas, your enthusiasm and your appetite to learn — we’ll bring the support to help you grow.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £14 per hour, depending on role and experience, plus a share of tronc that could be worth up to £5,000 per year.

• Flexible shift patterns.

• A development programme with a clear pathway towards Head Chef, helping you build your skills and take your next step.

• Up to 33% off meals when dining off duty, for you and up to six guests.

• 33% off our hotel accommodation, plus 20% off for friends and family.

• Free Lifestyle Card membership, giving you access to over 5,000 discounts across shopping, days out, local businesses and more.

• Service awards and a birthday gift, because your contribution deserves recognition.

• Refer a friend and chef recruitment incentives of up to £1,000.

Room for talent at every level

Starting out? Bring curiosity, enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in.

Ready for your next step? Build your confidence, sharpen your skills and take on more responsibility.

Already an experienced chef? Bring your knowledge, set the standard and help others find their feet.

Whatever your experience, we’re looking for people who care about good food, work well with others and bring positive energy to the kitchen.

Depending on your role, you’ll help to:

• Prepare and cook delicious dishes using fresh ingredients.

• Deliver consistent quality, from the first plate to the last.

• Keep your section prepared, organised and ready for the buzz of service.

• Support your teammates and share what you know.

• Maintain excellent food safety, allergen and hygiene standards.

You’ll also need the right to work in the UK.

Your next chapter with Upham Inns

We’re a collection of individual premium pubs across Southern England, brought together by a passion for great food, genuine hospitality and serving up great memories.

We’re investing in our pubs and the people who make them special. With support, training and opportunities to progress, you can build a career you’re proud of while doing something you enjoy.

We’re putting £400,000 into The Red Lion’s next chapter. Bring your passion and help us make it delicious.

Apply now and join our reopening kitchen team.

Chefs of All Levels – The Red Lion

Water’s End, Leighton Buzzard

£400,000 refurbishment. A fresh chapter. A kitchen team to be proud of.

Something exciting is cooking at The Red Lion — and we’d love you to be part of it.

With a £400,000 full refurbishment, we’re giving this much-loved pub a fresh lease of life. Now, we’re looking for passionate chefs to help bring its next chapter to the table.

Whether you’re taking your first steps in a professional kitchen, love the buzz of running your own section or have years of experience to share, this is your chance to join a team from the start and help make our reopening something special.

Great food. Fresh energy. Plenty of opportunity to make your mark.

A fresh start with flavour

There’s something special about being part of a reopening team: getting to know your teammates, preparing for that first service and seeing guests enjoy the food you’ve worked together to create.

At The Red Lion, you’ll cook with fresh ingredients, take pride in every plate and help build a kitchen where people support each other and enjoy what they do.

Bring your ideas, your enthusiasm and your appetite to learn — we’ll bring the support to help you grow.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £14 per hour, depending on role and experience, plus a share of tronc that could be worth up to £5,000 per year.

• Flexible shift patterns.

• A development programme with a clear pathway towards Head Chef, helping you build your skills and take your next step.

• Up to 33% off meals when dining off duty, for you and up to six guests.

• 33% off our hotel accommodation, plus 20% off for friends and family.

• Free Lifestyle Card membership, giving you access to over 5,000 discounts across shopping, days out, local businesses and more.

• Service awards and a birthday gift, because your contribution deserves recognition.

• Refer a friend and chef recruitment incentives of up to £1,000.

Room for talent at every level

Starting out? Bring curiosity, enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in.

Ready for your next step? Build your confidence, sharpen your skills and take on more responsibility.

Already an experienced chef? Bring your knowledge, set the standard and help others find their feet.

Whatever your experience, we’re looking for people who care about good food, work well with others and bring positive energy to the kitchen.

Depending on your role, you’ll help to:

• Prepare and cook delicious dishes using fresh ingredients.

• Deliver consistent quality, from the first plate to the last.

• Keep your section prepared, organised and ready for the buzz of service.

• Support your teammates and share what you know.

• Maintain excellent food safety, allergen and hygiene standards.

You’ll also need the right to work in the UK.

Your next chapter with Upham Inns

We’re a collection of individual premium pubs across Southern England, brought together by a passion for great food, genuine hospitality and serving up great memories.

We’re investing in our pubs and the people who make them special. With support, training and opportunities to progress, you can build a career you’re proud of while doing something you enjoy.

We’re putting £400,000 into The Red Lion’s next chapter. Bring your passion and help us make it delicious.

Apply now and join our reopening kitchen team.