Head Chef

We’re looking for a Head Chef for the Crown & Anchor in Dell Quay, near Chichester. We are a busy destination dining pub that is famous for our fresh seafood offering and regularly changing menus.

What we ’ re looking for in a Head Chef at the Crown and Anchor

Following the internal promotion of our current Head Chef to Executive Chef, we’re looking for an inspiring and ambitious Head Chef to join our dynamic, food-led business. You’ll work closely with Phyl, who has been at the helm of the C&A for eight years, and play a key role in shaping our next chapter.

The perfect candidate is a people focused leader who leads by example and can inspire, develop and motivate a talented team. You’ll create, cost and deliver fresh, seasonal menus across the business, showcasing some of the very best fresh fish and shellfish. During the summer, you’ll oversee three kitchens and a team of 20+, delivering premium-quality food consistently at high volume. If you’re passionate about exceptional produce, great food and great people, this is an exciting opportunity to make your mark.

Have at least 2 years' experience working in a fish & shellfish

Experience of premium high-volume pub or restaurant

Have experience championing excellent service through quality food either as a Head Chef or in the position of Sous Chef

Demonstrate a passion for leading and developing a team

Be an active hands-on team player with excellent communication skills

Be responsible and able to manage the kitchen staff rota, training and all health and safety

Be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability to design and deliver new dishes for our menus and daily specials

Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills, necessary to maintain effective controls with regards to both GP and labour