Head Chef

Our Group

Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.
At Ardent Pub Group, everything starts with people. Whether youre walking into one of our pubs or joining our team, youll be met with genuine warmth. We build pubs that are rooted in their communities, driven by purpose and built to last.
We operate three acclaimed pubs - The George (Fitzrovia), The Cadogan Arms (Chelsea), and The Hound (Chiswick) - each rooted in tradition but full of fresh energy. Named Food-Led Pub Group of the Year at the 2024 R200 Awards, with The Cadogan Arms and The George both featured in the Top 100 Gastropubs list, weve also won the 2026 Best Premium Food Offer at The Publican Awards - cementing our reputation for leading the way in exceptional pub dining.
As hospitalitys highest-scoring B-Corp certified company, were committed to doing business the right way - balancing exceptional guest experiences with meaningful social and environmental impact. Our culture is just as important as our performance, which is why were proud to be recognised in CODE Hospitalitys Happiest Places to Work 2025 and Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026.
Our mission is to deliver the gold standard of public houses - where quality food, drink, and service create exceptional experiences. If that resonates, wed love to hear from you.
Benefits and Culture
Group & External Partners Dining Discount up to 50%

Generous research dining allowance

Private Healthcare cover

24/7 GP & EAP Access

Up to 50% off with Virgin Active, PureGym & Nuffield Gyms

Freshly cooked team meals everyday

Employee Referral Bonus up to £800

WSET Training

Leadership and development coaching

Supplier trips

Bonus scheme

An extra annual leave day for every year you work (up to 30 days)

Twice yearly staff parties

1 paid day per year to donate to a charity of your choosing

CODE Membership

Hospitality Rewards Enhanced Membership Package

Wellbeing & EAP Support including 1 on 1 sessions

LOS, Bday, Maternity, Paternity, Wedding Gifts

The Position
As Head Chef at The Hound in Chiswick, youll lead the kitchen in delivering consistently high-quality, innovative pub dishes and seasonal specials. Working closely with the Group Executive Chef, youll play a key role in menu development and take full responsibility for the day-to-day kitchen operation.
Were looking for someone with:
Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a quality pub or restaurant

Strong knowledge of seasonality, trends, and quality produce

A creative, detail-driven approach to food

Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a kitchen team

Experience managing rotas, staff costs, purchasing, and menu costing

A solid understanding of health & safety and compliance

A typical working week may look like 5 working days, including 3 single shifts and 2 double shifts. As with most roles in hospitality, shift patterns may vary depending on business needs.
This is a perfect role for an ambitious chef passionate about high-quality food and strong leadership.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
At Ardent Pub Group, the greatest welcome isnt just something we give to our guests its something we extend to everyone who walks through our doors. Our pubs are built on warmth, character and community, and that only works when the people who make them thrive feel respected, valued and able to be themselves. xwzovoh
We believe that a diverse team makes for a better pub: richer ideas, better problem-solving, more creativity and a stronger connection to the communities we serve. Inclusion isnt an initiative for us its part of how we operate every day.