20/07/2026
We're looking for a Head Chef who is passionate about creating great food and wants to be part of a friendly, independent business.
The Bell Inn is an award-winning village pub and restaurant with rooms in the heart of Suffolk. We pride ourselves on fresh, seasonal food, warm hospitality and creating a place that both locals and visitors love coming back to.
This is a hands-on role where you'll have the freedom to put your stamp on the menu, work with quality local produce and lead a small, passionate kitchen team.
What you'll be doing-
* Leading the kitchen day to day
* Creating seasonal menus and daily specials
* Maintaining our high food standards
* Managing stock, GP and ordering
* Training and motivating the kitchen team
* Ensuring excellent food hygiene and kitchen organisation
* Working closely with the owner to keep developing our food offering
We're looking for someone who
* Has experience as a Head Chef or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up
* Loves cooking fresh food from scratch
* Enjoys leading a team by example
* Has a positive attitude and stays calm under pressure
* Takes pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen
* Wants to be part of an independent business where ideas are welcomed
What you'll get
* £35,000 salary
* Generous tips
* 40–45 hour working week
* Creative input into menus
* Supportive owner who genuinely care about the business
* Staff meals while on shift
* A beautiful countryside location with a fantastic team around you
If you're passionate about great food and are looking for somewhere you can really make your mark, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, send your CV to [email protected] or simply drop us a message to arrange an informal chat.
