Head Chef - Up to 71k Package and 2.5 days off per week We''re recruiting an experienced Head Chef to lead a talented brigade in Burgess Hill, offering a rare combination of strong earnings, creative freedom and lifestyle-friendly hours.This Head Chef role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading from the front, cooking with exceptional fresh produce and shaping a kitchen operation while enjoying genuine support in Burgess Hill.What you''ll get from this role 55,000 - 65,000 DOE plus tronc of around 6,000 per yearWeekly paid tips, bonuses and competitive overall packageExcellent work-life balance with 2.5 days off and reasonable finish times45-50 hour working week with flexible, lifestyle-friendly shiftsLead and develop an 8-strong brigade in Burgess HillFamily-run, supportive environment with long-term stabilityOpportunity to gain exposure to wider business operationsYour role as Head ChefOverseeing the daily running of the kitchen and full brigadeLeading, motivating and inspiring the team with confidenceCreating seasonal menus, specials and fresh dishes cooked to orderPlanning and delivering events efficientlyManaging stock control, GP, ordering and food wasteOrganising rotas, recipes and training manualsMaintaining excellent health and safety standardsWorking closely with Front of House to deliver outstanding serviceWhat we''re looking forProven experience as a Head Chef within a restaurant or gastro pubStrong background in fresh, high-quality foodA confident leader who thr