Full-time Posted June 17, 2026
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Job Description

Head Chef – Restaurant & Events Hotel

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 base salary

Tronc: Yes on top

Relocation: Short‑term hotel support may be available for someone relocating

We are looking for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a well‑established, family‑owned hotel and restaurant in the heart of Taunton.

This is a role with real scope.

The business has a strong local reputation, a loyal corporate following, busy weekend leisure trade, afternoon tea, events, weddings, birthdays, and five function spaces across two sites.

The restaurant is classic, with a mix of classic dishes, quality comfort food, and room to develop something more ambitious.

The hotel previously operated a fine dining restaurant, which closed in 2019. The long‑term aim is to bring that side of the business back, starting with special fine dining evenings and building from there.

They need a...

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