Head Chef Wanted – The Pigs, Norfolk
This is not just another Head Chef role.
This is an opportunity to put your stamp on something special.
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
What We Offer
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
Sound Like You?
If you’re hungry to build something exciting, lead from the front, and create food with
soul, substance and style, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and tell us why you’re the chef to lead The Pigs forward.
