Executive Chef

Harri; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £65k

Discounts across pubs/bars/restaurants

Incentives and social events

28 days holiday

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Birthday off

Pension scheme

Death in service

Wagestream access

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Harri is seeking an Area Executive Chef to oversee up to 12 locations in London, driving culinary excellence and profitability. You will mentor kitchen teams, spot and nurture talent, and lead with a hands-on approach to create an inclusive, high-performing culture.

You’ll partner with the Operations Team to ensure uncompromising standards, strong cost control, and exceptional guest experiences across a growing portfolio of pubs, bars, and restaurants.

Qualifications

• Multi-site hospitality experience as an Operations Chef or Area Chef.
• Proven leadership and ability to inspire teams to deliver exceptional experiences.
• Attention to detail in stock management, health and safety, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor kitchen teams across up to 12 locations in London and beyond.
• Run a profitable kitchen while maintaining high culinary standards.
• Inspire, develop and nurture future Head Chefs and leaders.
• Collaborate with the Operations Team to drive excellence and consistency.

Skills

Multi-site leadership

Team motivation

Stock management

Health & safety

Vision & collaboration

Authenticity

Drive for excellence

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Area Executive Chef - Join Our Award-Winning Pub, Bar, and Restaurant Group in London

Are you ready to take your culinary career to the next level? As our Area Executive Chef, you’ll be at the heart of our thriving business, driving excellence across up to 12 vibrant locations in London! Collaborate closely with our Operations Team and support your kitchen teams to unleash their culinary magic.

Why Us?

Join a dynamic London-based company with a portfolio of over 50 eclectic properties and counting! We’re not just any hospitality group—we’re ranked 28th in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, and we’ve bagged multiple awards, including ‘Best Managed Pub Company’ and ‘Best Food-led Pub Company.’ Our establishments are known for their friendly atmosphere, mouth-watering food, and unforgettable experiences!

Your Role:

As an influential leader, your team will be your absolute priority! You’ll spot and nurture amazing culinary talent, celebrate successes, and create a vibrant sense of belonging. Your passion for fresh seasonal produce and creativity will shine through as you run a profitable kitchen and mentor future Head Chefs and leaders.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: You should have multi-site hospitality experience as an Operations Chef or Area Chef.
• Leadership: You believe in yourself and your vision, and you know how to inspire your team to deliver exceptional experiences.
• Care: You genuinely care about your people, motivating and engaging them while fostering their growth.
• Attention to Detail: From stock management to health and safety, you ensure uncompromising standards are met.
• Drive for Excellence: You never settle for second best; you learn from every experience and help your team do the same.
• Authenticity: You lead with your unique style, championing a culture of collaboration and creativity.

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive Salary: Up to £65k p/a + enticing bonuses!
• Perks Galore: Enjoy discounts across all our pubs, bars, and restaurants.
• Join the Fun: Regular incentives and social events foster a fun, family atmosphere!
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 28 days of holiday, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, and a birthday off on us!
• Future Security: Benefit from our company pension scheme and death-in-service coverage. We’re not going anywhere with new openings on the horizon.
• Support When You Need It: Access to the Licence Trade Charity for personal and career challenges and access your wages anytime through Wagestream!
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Stay healthy while commuting!