Head Chef in City of London

Overview

Head Chef – Fern, Bart & Taylor. East Croydon | Up to £50,000 inc Service Charge | Seasonal sharing plates. Fern is a stylish, premium restaurant built around fresh, seasonal sharing plates — open 7 days a week for lunch, dinner, Saturday brunch, and a Sunday roast. We’re part of Bart & Taylor, a growing group of award-winning boutique bars and restaurants across London and the North. We’re on the hunt for a driven, creative Head Chef to lead our kitchen. You’ll inspire and develop your team, take pride in seasonal menus, and keep standards high while delivering food that makes people talk.

Why join us?

• Up to £50,000pa Inc Service Charge.
• Free meals on shift.
• Discounts on food + drinks for you & your mates.
• 28 days’ holiday (Pro Rata).
• Freedom to develop menus + real influence on the kitchen.
• Ongoing training + clear career progression.
• 30 seconds from East Croydon Station.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Leading, motivating & developing the kitchen team.
• Full accountability for menu creation within company guidelines.
• Managing stock, inventory & reducing wastage.
• Controlling labour costs in line with company guidelines.
• Ensuring kitchen cleanliness, organisation & food safety standards are always met.

What we’re looking for

• A natural leader who inspires confidence in their team.
• A passion for fresh, seasonal food and creative menus.

Experience & Requirements

• Experience: Required
• Languages: English – Advanced
• Employment: Full-time
• Schedule: 5 Days out of 7
• Salary: £48,000 – £50,000 yearly
• Benefits: Incl Service Charge

About Bart & Taylor

Bart & Taylor Co. are a collection of award-winning, premium boutique bars and restaurants spanning from London to the North of England, each with its own unique concept and style.