Sous cheg – Heard. Soho (Flagship Opening) Premium burgers. Fresh ingredients. Consistent standards. Heard is the most talked-about name in London’s fast food scene, created with 2 Michelin-starred chef Jordan Bailey. Our first site in Borough launched in February 2025 to rave reviews — now, we're opening our flagship in Soho, and we're looking for a Head Chef to lead it. This is your chance to take ownership of a brand-new kitchen, build your brigade from scratch, and set the standard for what fast food should be: fast, fresh, and uncompromising on quality. In Your First 12 Months, You'll... Launch the Soho kitchen to spec and on schedule, delivering a fully operational kitchen with prep, service, storage, food safety, and communication systems in place ahead of opening Hire and onboard a full brigade, including all line chefs and prep roles, with clear responsibilities, trial shifts completed, and training plans delivered before launch Train all team members to deliver the Heard food standard, achieving consistent plate execution within four weeks of opening across every service period Run the pass with full control, ensuring all revenue streams (dine-in, delivery, takeaway) hit speed, quality, and presentation targets daily Write and implement kitchen SOPs across service, cleaning, stock, allergen handling, and prep — fully embedded and signed off by week two of trading Deliver food cost margin within target range by month two, using Heard systems to monitor usage, track waste, and adjust ordering in real-time Achieve and maintain a* 5 Health & Safety rating at first inspection through fully documented food safety procedures and ongoing team compliance Collaborate daily with the General Manager to analyse service performance, adjust rota needs, and drive daily prep and recovery standards Review and improve kitchen systems and workflows quarterly, in collaboration with Jordan Bailey, ensuring the operation evolves with service demands
Ciao! Are you an experienced manager with a passion for pizza and hospitality? Do you have a strong background in leading teams and ensuring exceptional customer experiences? If so, we want you to lead the way as we expand our pizzerias from Brighton to London! About Us Fatto a Mano is a rapidly growing business, known for serving some of the best Neapolitan pizza in the UK. We use traditional Neapolitan methods to create pizza that people rave about, and we’re passionate about delivering a warm, welcoming experience to every customer. What We’re Looking For Proven Leadership Experience: You’ll have significant experience in a managerial role, ideally within the pizza or hospitality world. Whether you’ve managed a restaurant, a pizzeria, or a busy hospitality team, we want someone who can lead with confidence and passion. Operational Excellence: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage daily operations while maintaining high standards of service and product quality. Team Development: You’ll be responsible for inspiring, training, and developing our team, ensuring everyone delivers an outstanding customer experience. Charisma & Communication: As a manager, you’ll be the face of the restaurant and need to build strong relationships with both staff and customers. A positive, engaging attitude is a must. Experience with Service & Sales: A strong understanding of hospitality operations, customer service, and sales strategies is essential for success in this role. What We Offer Career Growth: As a rapidly expanding business, there are huge opportunities for career progression. We want you to grow with us and take on even more leadership responsibilities as we continue to expand. Training & Development: External chef masterclass training and an internal management training program to help you build and refine your skills. Perks: Free staff food and drinks, a company discount card, and annual team parties (with a recovery day off afterwards!). Generous Tips: 100% of cash & card tips go directly to the team. Other Benefits: Casual dress code, company events, pension plan, and discounted/free food. Why Join Us? At Fatto a Mano, we’re focused on making the best pizza and delivering outstanding customer experiences. We’re looking for a passionate and driven Floor Manager who can help lead our team to success and ensure we provide the best possible experience to every customer. If you’re looking for a leadership role in a growing business with plenty of room for development, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Ready to take charge and make your mark? Apply now and join Fatto a Mano as we grow!
Head Chef – Heard. Soho (Flagship Opening) Premium burgers. Fresh ingredients. Consistent standards. Heard is the most talked-about name in London’s fast food scene, created with 2 Michelin-starred chef Jordan Bailey. Our first site in Borough launched in February 2025 to rave reviews — now, we're opening our flagship in Soho, and we're looking for a Head Chef to lead it. This is your chance to take ownership of a brand-new kitchen, build your brigade from scratch, and set the standard for what fast food should be: fast, fresh, and uncompromising on quality. In Your First 12 Months, You'll... Launch the Soho kitchen to spec and on schedule, delivering a fully operational kitchen with prep, service, storage, food safety, and communication systems in place ahead of opening Hire and onboard a full brigade, including all line chefs and prep roles, with clear responsibilities, trial shifts completed, and training plans delivered before launch Train all team members to deliver the Heard food standard, achieving consistent plate execution within four weeks of opening across every service period Run the pass with full control, ensuring all revenue streams (dine-in, delivery, takeaway) hit speed, quality, and presentation targets daily Write and implement kitchen SOPs across service, cleaning, stock, allergen handling, and prep — fully embedded and signed off by week two of trading Deliver food cost margin within target range by month two, using Heard systems to monitor usage, track waste, and adjust ordering in real-time Achieve and maintain a* 5 Health & Safety rating at first inspection through fully documented food safety procedures and ongoing team compliance Collaborate daily with the General Manager to analyse service performance, adjust rota needs, and drive daily prep and recovery standards Review and improve kitchen systems and workflows quarterly, in collaboration with Jordan Bailey, ensuring the operation evolves with service demands