Head Chef, Brixton

Head Chef – Archie\’s, Herne Hill / Brixton

Full-time | Permanent | Competitive salary + bonuses

Weekly: Hours hour

(Salary range shown excludes performance bonuses £5-7k / year & includes retention bonus)

Are you a passionate, creative chef ready to lead your own kitchen and shape an exciting new food destination?

At Archie\’s, a new Latin American inspired restaurant, bar, and event space in Herne Hill, you\’ll have the opportunity to lead a talented kitchen team and shape a dynamic, seasonal food offering.

We\’re looking for an inspiring Head Chef to join the leadership team in our neighbourhood restaurant — someone who loves seasonal cooking, thrives on developing people, and is excited to make their mark on a growing business.

What We Can Offer You

We believe in creating a workplace where chefs can thrive. Here\’s what you can expect when you join Archie\’s:

• Competitive salary plus quarterly performance bonuses
• Average 42–48 hour work week, including a healthy work-life balance
• Real opportunities for career progression and creative input
• A supportive, collaborative leadership team where your ideas matter
• Complimentary staff meals on longer shifts
• 30% discount when dining with us
• Access to the Cycle to Work scheme
• The chance to shape the culinary direction of a growing neighbourhood restaurant

About the Role

As Head Chef, you\’ll lead a team of five in our well-equipped kitchen, delivering consistently high-quality dishes across a variety of services:

• All-day dining – brunch and lunch, six days per week
• Dinner service – four evenings per week
• Private dining

Working closely with the company directors, you\’ll have the freedom to develop creative, seasonal menus and play a central role in defining the future of Archie\’s. You\’ll lead by example, building a motivated, professional kitchen culture and ensuring every dish meets the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of five kitchen staff
• Plan and deliver seasonal menus and bespoke event offerings
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations with an efficiency and organisation
• Maintain exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations
• Manage stock control, ordering, and kitchen budgets
• Recruit, train, and inspire your team to perform at their best
• Collaborate with leadership on long-term strategy and growth

What We\’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior kitchen leader in a busy environment
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for creative, seasonal cooking
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational abilities
• Calm, proactive, and solution-focused approach under pressure
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required
• Valid food handling certifications

If you\’re ready to take the next step in your career, lead a talented team, and help shape the food culture at one of Brixton\’s most exciting new neighbourhood spots, we\’d love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £38,325.00-£43,650.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Store discount

Experience:

• Kitchen management: 5 years (required)
• Food safety: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person