Head Chef

We are a bold, award-winning business who pride ourselves in giving our chefs the freedom to create premium, seasonal menus that ‘wow’ our customers within an industry-leading environment.  We run friendly, welcoming, and positive kitchens with high standards; always striving to be the best we can be.

We are looking for a Head Chef to join the family. 

Perched on the edge of the historic Bristol harbourside, The Ostrich sits proudly with its huge pub garden and cosy interiors over two floors. Upstairs, the newly refurbished ‘Top Deck’ dining space and bar offers the perfect spot to eat and drink, with stunning views over the harbour, and is available for private hire. Please note you can only book a table in our Top Deck bar, outside is a first come first serve basis.

On the menu, it’s a celebration of traditional British pub classics and seasonal, local produce, with exciting small plates and delicious boards for sharing, plus our famous pies and bar snacks. When Sunday comes, expect Bristol’s best roasts and the star of the show – our sharing pies.

Behind the bar, it’s all about award-winning Butcombe beers and an extensive rum menu – a nod to The Ostrich’s roots as a dockside inn where sailors, merchants and dock-workers once drank.

What’s in it for you?

• Work/Life balance!  This role can be done over 3-4 days if you prefer!  People want and need flexibility - we will help you achieve that!
• The chance to work for an award-winning business and to cook some of the best, most innovative pub food in the industry.   We have won multiple high profile awards over the last few years at the prestigious National Publican Awards including Best Food and Premium Food Offer and Best Managed Pub Co (2024).
• A share of ALL tips on the site, this can mean an additional £5,000 per annum (approximate).
• Access to Liberation Life - an incredible platform where you can earn cash-back with major retailers, save money on your purchases including holidays, groceries, gifts and much more!
• The opportunity to work for a diverse company and gain experience in a range of kitchens and menus.  We take a collaborative approach to menu development, giving you autonomy over dishes in your kitchen.
• A competitive salary plus an achievable and substantial bonus scheme.
• Access to industry leading training and development.  We offer bespoke training plans as part of our ‘Pillars of Progression’ programme; we want you to be our next area executive chefs… or anything you want to be!
• We offer additional support and coaching from our executive chef team.
• You will work closely with some of the best locally sourced fresh ingredients; executing technical skills that reflect our premium food menus.
• We will back with you the tools you need to do a great job and have invested significantly in our kitchens.
• The buzz that comes with team parties, events, training courses, great suppliers and some of the industry’s best team rewards, discounts and benefits (including 50% off food on shift).
• A business who cares about you.  We are ambassadors for the Burnt Chef Project, fighting the stigma of mental health and working with them to train and support our teams.  We also offer an Employee Assistance Program that is there 24/7 to provide you with support.