Juice Hospitality Ltd • Didcot, Oxfordshire

Head Chef

About this role

The venue is seeking an exceptional Head Chef to take full ownership of our kitchen and help shape the next chapter of this well-regarded food-led business.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious chef who thrives on delivering quality, consistency, and creativity. We are looking for someone who can balance strong commercial awareness with genuine passion for seasonal produce, classic dishes, and memorable guest experiences.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for

-Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team

-Designing fresh, seasonal menus that drive covers and repeat business

-Maintaining exceptional food quality and presentation standards

-Managing GP, stock control, ordering and labour costs

-Ensuring full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards

-Working closely with the owners/management team to grow the business

-Creating a positive, professional kitchen culture

About You

We are looking for someone with

-Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up

-A passion for fresh food and delivering standout dishes

-Strong leadership and kitchen management skills

-Excellent knowledge of stock control, margins and kitchen systems

-Calmness under pressure and high personal standards

-A hands-on, team-first attitude

What’s on Offer

-Competitive salary package

-Autonomy to shape menus and kitchen direction

-Supportive owners and genuine opportunity to make your mark

-Strong work/life balance focus

-Career stability within an established venue

-Immediate start available for the right person

Apply Now

If you are a driven chef ready to lead a successful kitchen and build something special, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today in confidence.