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  • Chef de Partie
    Chef de Partie
    1 day ago
    £12.71–£13.71 yearly
    Full-time
    Troutbeck

    Job Ref: ROB2308 Branch: Queens Head Troutbeck Location: Queens Head Troutbeck, Windermere Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 40 Posted date: 29/06/2026 Closing date: 29/07/2026 Join Our Team: Experienced CDP Wanted – Elevate Your Career! Are you an accomplished CDP seeking a thrilling opportunity to develop in a fast-paced, innovative kitchen? Do you thrive in a close-knit, people-oriented business where your ideas matter? If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we want to hear from you! We are an ambitious and growing company offering exceptional opportunities for advancement to the right candidate. Role Responsibilities: • Take ownership of your assigned section – prepping, cooking, and plating dishes according to company specifications., • Maintain the highest standards of food preparation, cooking, and storage on-site., • Actively contribute to cost control, resource management, and portion control., • Work in compliance with Robinsons Food Safety, Health & Safety requirements, and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment., • Communicate effectively with both the Kitchen and Front of House teams., • Assist in mentoring and training Commis Chefs and Kitchen Porters., • Collaborate with the Head Chef to ensure the site runs professionally, profitably, efficiently, and in compliance with company objectives. Why Join Us? • Competitive pay with a share of tips., • Accommodation available., • 25% staff discount on food, drink, and accommodation., • 50% off food during shifts., • Exclusive discounts at over 800 retailers., • 28 days of paid annual leave., • NEST pension scheme., • Continuous career development and apprenticeships., • Wellbeing & mental health support., • Healthcare cash plan covering dental, optical, and more., • Chef whites provided., • Fully equipped kitchens with top-tier tools. Become part of our family! If you're passionate, skilled, and ready for the next step in your career, apply today. The Queen's Head is set just 3 miles from Windermere in the beautiful surroundings of the Troutbeck Valley. This beautiful pub features several large drinking and dining areas with a focus around three original fireplaces and the pub's unique and striking bar, which was constructed from an Elizabethan four poster bed originating from Appleby Castle. Upstairs, the pub features 10 recently refurbished en-suite guest bedrooms which provide the perfect base for guests to Cumbria with their four-legged companions.

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  • Temporary Head Chef
    Temporary Head Chef
    1 day ago
    £18–£20 hourly
    Full-time
    Troutbeck

    Job Ref: ROB2371 Branch: Queens Head Troutbeck Location: Queens Head Troutbeck, Windermere Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary Contract type: Temporary/Seasonal Hours: Full Time Posted date: 27/07/2026 Closing date: 27/08/2026 Head Chef (3-Month Fixed-Term Contract) – Exciting Opportunity in a Thriving Family Business Are you a passionate and experienced Head Chef available for your next short-term opportunity? Would you thrive in a smaller, independent business where your voice is valued and your ideas are heard? Do you have a strong background in high-volume, food-led traditional inns and the leadership skills to manage and develop a large kitchen team? If so, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role This is a 3-month fixed-term contract position, ideal for a skilled Head Chef who can make an immediate impact. As Head Chef, you'll work closely with the General Manager, playing a key role in leading the kitchen team, maintaining standards, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities • Deliver exceptional food quality, consistently exceeding guest expectations, • Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including ordering, stock control, and waste management, • Ensure impeccable hygiene and safety standards, fully compliant with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations, • Lead by example, fostering a positive, efficient, and high-performing kitchen environment, • Support, guide, and motivate the kitchen team throughout the contract period What We Offer In return for your expertise and commitment, we provide: • Competitive salary (pro rata for contract duration) & potential performance-based bonus, • 25% employee discount on food, drink & accommodation, • 50% off food during shifts, • Exclusive discounts at over 800 retailers, • Pro rata paid annual leave, • Access to wellbeing & mental health support programmes, • Healthcare cash plan (subject to eligibility), • Chef whites provided, • Well-equipped kitchens with top-tier tools About Us We are a family-run business with a rich history dating back to 1838. Stability, support, and quality are at the heart of everything we do. If you're ready to step into a fast-paced kitchen and make an immediate impact over the next three months, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now! Top of Form Bottom of Form The Queen's Head is set just 3 miles from Windermere in the beautiful surroundings of the Troutbeck Valley. This beautiful pub features several large drinking and dining areas with a focus around three original fireplaces and the pub's unique and striking bar, which was constructed from an Elizabethan four poster bed originating from Appleby Castle. Upstairs, the pub features 10 recently refurbished en-suite guest bedrooms which provide the perfect base for guests to Cumbria with their four-legged companions.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    1 day ago
    £14.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Troutbeck

    Job Ref: ROB2326 Branch: Queens Head Troutbeck Location: Queens Head Troutbeck, Windermere Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 40 Posted date: 06/07/2026 Closing date: 06/08/2026 A Are you an experienced Sous Chef seeking the chance to further your career? Would you prefer to work within a smaller business where your voice is heard and listened to? Do you have the vision and capability to lead the kitchen brigade to success? If so, read on!! Working alongside the Head Chef you will be involved in recruiting, training and developing the kitchen team so that they can reach their potential. You will lead by example and deliver an exceptional standard of cleanliness, adhering to all aspects of Food Safety, Health & Safety compliance in accordance with the law and Company policy. There is huge potential for progression within our ambitious and expanding company for the right candidate. And that is not all, Join the family – we have got lots to offer you... • Competitive salary and tips, • A 25% discount on food, drink, and accommodation through the employee discount card, • 50% off food during shifts, • Exclusive discounts at over 800 retailers through our employee reward scheme, • 28 days paid annual leave and holiday pay., • Access to a NEST pension, • Ongoing personal development and career progression, • Exceptional training – both in-house and external training, • Access to fully paid apprenticeships for your team, • Access to wellbeing and mental health management programmes, • Access to 'healthcare cashplan' – affordable monthly medical cover for dental, optical, and other medical / consultation treatments., • Stability in a family business that has been around since 1838!, • Chef Whites, • Well equipped kitchens - the kit you need! This is a great opportunity to be part of the family. If you feel you have the desire and skills necessary to succeed as our Sous Chef, then please apply below. The Queen's Head is set just 3 miles from Windermere in the beautiful surroundings of the Troutbeck Valley. This beautiful pub features several large drinking and dining areas with a focus around three original fireplaces and the pub's unique and striking bar, which was constructed from an Elizabethan four poster bed originating from Appleby Castle. Upstairs, the pub features 10 recently refurbished en-suite guest bedrooms which provide the perfect base for guests to Cumbria with their four-legged companions.

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