At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic kitchen, crafting seasonal dishes and managing a talented team.
- Company: Join London's biggest independent pub company with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, 30% discount, and fun team socials.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting new opening and make your mark in the culinary scene.
- Qualifications: Experience in high-volume kitchens and a passion for fresh ingredients.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
On the menu, our all-day food offer focuses on seasonality and sharing - from small plates to hearty gastropub classics - while weekends are all about Saturday brunch and stunning Sunday roasts.
Behind the bar you'll find the best of London’s craft beer scene, classic cocktails, small-batch gins and artisan wines.
Located opposite Balham station, we’re the perfect spot for a few pints, a quick bite, or dinner with friends and family, and our street‑side terrace is made for al fresco drinking and dining.
- What's In It For Me
- Competitive salary + bonus
- Be part of a brand new opening
- Training and development
- Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings around the corner
- Get out and about, you automatically get 30% discount across all our pubs, bars and restaurants
- Team trips, regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support you across those tough times
- Good people know good people - an awesome referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per successful referral
- Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us
- Cycle to work scheme
- You Are
- An enthusiastic, dynamic and qualified Head Chef who is ready for a new challenge.
- Able to demonstrate your experience of working with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus.
- Able to demonstrate experience of working in a professional kitchen showing a clear understanding of Health and Safety.
- Able to show a proven track record of managing the kitchen and controlling stock and GP.
- Someone with a background of dealing with high volume.
- Able to show technical skill and attention to detail
- Able to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
- Confident in your communication skills and ability to lead and motivate their teams.
Get in touch so we can schedule a show around, rub some shoulders together, have a laugh and make some magic!
Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company !
Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London.
In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales.
We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for ‘Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites’ on the night.
In 2021, Urban was awarded ‘Best Food-led Pub Company 2021’ at the R200 awards, Urban once again won ‘Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites’ in 2023 and most recently won ‘Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites’ and Best food offering in 2026 and in 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for.
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