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The Role This is a builder’s role — perfect for an ambitious chef ready to step up into a Head of Food (and soon Culinary Director) position. You’ll be: • Hands-on running production batches each week alongside a small team ,we have a fully functioning team of 1 junior chef and capable assistants • Developing, testing, and systemizing menus that can eventually scale to thousands of meals/week. • Working directly with the Founder and Operations Lead to integrate food into a smart kitchen operation — including robotics and automation. • Balancing creativity and consistency — designing amazing Asian-inspired meals that are also operationally scalable. • Setting culinary standards and culture — leading from the front now, managing a growing team as we scale. This is NOT a standard restaurant chef role. This is startup food leadership — fast-moving, creative, experimental, operationally focused.

Head Chef – Meat & Social | Wembley Park Meat & Social is an exciting new restaurant concept set to open soon in Wembley Park, bringing a fresh and vibrant approach to meat-focused dining. With a strong emphasis on quality ingredients, expert butchery, and bold, flavour-driven menus, Meat & Social aims to create a memorable culinary experience in a stylish and welcoming setting. Combining contemporary cooking techniques with traditional grilling and an in-house Master Butcher, the brand is poised to become a standout destination for food lovers who appreciate craftsmanship, community, and exceptional dining. This launch represents a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of a new hospitality venture. Meat & Social is seeking a skilled and motivated Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations at our Wembley Park location. This is an exciting opportunity to join a concept that celebrates premium meats, exceptional grilling techniques, and culinary craftsmanship. You’ll work alongside an in-house Master Butcher, further developing your butchery skills while shaping a menu that reflects quality, creativity, and bold flavour. Key Responsibilities: - Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality meat-focused dishes - Collaborate on innovative menu development, highlighting premium cuts and grilling methods - Develop butchery skills and support customer interactions with expert meat knowledge - Lead, train, and inspire a high-performing back-of-house team - Manage kitchen budgets, stock levels, and ensure food safety and hygiene compliance What We’re Looking For: - Proven culinary expertise, particularly in grilling and meat preparation - Leadership experience within a fast-paced kitchen environment - A willingness to learn and apply butchery techniques - Strong organisational, financial, and communication skills - A commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety This full-time, on-site role requires 45–48 hours per week. At Meat & Social, you’ll play a key role in shaping our culinary identity while leading a team that shares your passion for excellence. Apply now to take the next step in your culinary career.