Head Chef
Location: London. Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per year. Job Type: Full-time. Hours: 45 hours per week. Sector: Hospitality / Pub & Restaurant.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen team of a busy London venue. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, maintaining consistently high food standards, managing the team and ensuring excellent food safety and hygiene standards. This is a hands-on leadership position suited to a chef who enjoys developing people, improving kitchen operations and delivering great food in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team.
- Manage the day-to-day kitchen operation.
- Maintain consistently high food quality and presentation.
- Create and maintain effective kitchen systems and procedures.
- Manage food ordering, stock control and wastage.
- Monitor food costs and GP.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP and hygiene standards.
- Manage kitchen rotas and staffing levels.
- Train and develop junior chefs.
- Work closely with the General Manager and wider management team.
- Maintain a clean, organised and professional kitchen.
- Ensure service runs smoothly during busy periods.
- Support menu development and seasonal changes.
About You
- Has previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior kitchen manager.
- Has experience working in a busy kitchen environment.
- Is confident leading and developing a team.
- Has strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
- Understands food cost, GP and stock management.
- Can remain calm and organised under pressure.
- Takes pride in food quality and presentation.
- Has excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Is reliable, professional and hands-on.
What’s on Offer
- £40,000–£45,000 salary.
- Full-time permanent position.
- Career development opportunities.
- Supportive management team.
- Opportunity to influence menus and kitchen operations.
- Staff benefits and discounts.
- Training and development.
Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Benefits: Service charge & bonus
#J-18808-Ljbffr
