Autonomy Head Chef: Craft Seasonal Menus & Lead Kitchen

New Inn; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship & development programs

Culinary masterclasses

Food trips with suppliers

Regular Chef Forums

Free meals

20% discount in Young's Pubs

30% discount on overnight stays

Share save scheme

Enhanced Company Pension

28 days Holiday

Job summary

The New Inn, part of Young's, is seeking a Head Chef Designate to craft seasonal menus and lead a kitchen in a community-focused pub near Ealing. You’ll write menus, source fresh produce, and drive quality and consistency across service.

This hands-on role requires inspiring leadership, strong communication, and the ability to design and cost menus, manage GP and labour, and deliver memorable dining experiences while growing the business.

Qualifications

• This role requires someone who can lead and inspire a kitchen team.
• Experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef with strong service standards.
• Hands-on, proactive team player with excellent communication.
• Ability to plan and cost menus, controlling GP and labour.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Develop seasonal menus aligned with the business vision.
• Manage staff rota, training, and health and safety.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Kitchen rostering

Menu design

Cost control

Sales growth

Job description

The New Inn, part of Young's, is seeking a Head Chef Designate to craft seasonal menus and lead a kitchen in a community-focused pub near Ealing. You’ll write menus, source fresh produce, and drive quality and consistency across service.

This hands-on role requires inspiring leadership, strong communication, and the ability to design and cost menus, manage GP and labour, and deliver memorable dining experiences while growing the business.