Head Chef - The Pigs

At The Pigs, we believe great food should be honest, quirky, full of character and
rooted in where it comes from. We're looking for a talented, driven and imaginative
Head Chef to lead our kitchen team of 10 and help shape the next chapter of our
food story.
We want someone who understands what proper British food means, comforting
classics, bold flavours, beautiful local produce, and dishes that surprise people with
clever, quirky twists. Someone who respects tradition but isn't afraid to challenge it.
The Role
You'll be the heartbeat of the kitchen, leading a passionate brigade while creating
menus that are:
Seasonal and ever-evolving, refined casual pub dining
Built around the best local Norfolk produce available
Cost-conscious without compromising quality
Full of personality, creativity and flavour
Memorable enough to keep guests talking long after dessert
Our food offering is centred around a strong and popular brunch trade, a quality bar
snack menu, and a busy dinner service, alongside a much-loved traditional Sunday
roast, circulating around a dining area set up for our incredible room guests
There is also real scope for creativity, with a possible opportunity to help develop an
innovative afternoon tea offering in the future.
You'll be supported by an experienced team including a talented, loyal Sous Chef, a
sharp, personal, Restaurant manager, and have access to an exclusive-use support
kitchen just five minutes from site, with an additional brigade of five chefs to assist
with prep, production and operational support if needed.
More than that, we want you to help make our kitchen the cultural hub of the
business, a place of energy, pride, learning and inspiration.
You'll work closely with the wider team to champion our values, build a strong kitchen
culture, and help put The Pigs food firmly on the foodie map of Norfolk.
About You
You're not just a chef- you're a leader.
You'll bring

Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready to step up
The ability to lead, inspire and develop a team of 10, building a die hard but friendly
kitchen culture
A genuine passion for British produce and seasonal cooking
Creativity, commercial awareness and attention to detail

Minimum NVQ Level 3 Professional Cookery (or equivalent)
A career-focused mindset with ambition and standards to match
A CV that shows loyalty, progression and solid experience

The chance to lead and shape a respected kitchen with real freedom
Supportive owners and a business with ambition
A platform to build your reputation in Norfolk's food scene
Competitive package based on experience
Accommodation available for the right candidate
Strong kitchen support structure and resources
The opportunity to create something people talk about
Salary up to £42k, plus gratuities & enrolled onto bonus scheme after 6 months
Accommodation available for the right candidate
The Pigs Current Facilities
120 Cover restaurant over 3 rooms + outside eating / drinking
Public bar and games room
Alongside Food and Drink, The Pigs has a Private Spa point of difference within its
18 bedrooms:
7 Original Spa bedrooms - Ensuite bedroom + sauna, courtyard and fire pit
9 Spa suites - Ensuite bedroom + sauna, steam, courtyard and fire pit
2 Super suites - Ensuite bedroom + sauna, steam, hot tub, courtyard and fire pit
Future Pigs
We have recently refurbished the restaurant and bar area
Winter 2027 will see all bedrooms refurbished and upgraded