London
Head Chef Location: London Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per year Job Type: Full-time Hours: 45 hours per week Sector: Hospitality / Pub & Restaurant The Role 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 We are looking for someone who: • 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 To apply: Submit your CV and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the position.
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