Head Chef

74 Duke; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious restaurant in Camden Town is seeking an accomplished Head Chef to lead the kitchen. You will oversee menu creation and daily service, ensuring high-quality dining experiences. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in high-cover London restaurants. This role offers competitive salary, supportive management, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus

Generous employee discounts

Professional development opportunities

Supportive management structure

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a quality-driven London restaurant or hotel.
• Background in high-cover, fast-paced environments.
• Inspirational leadership with calm authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, from menu development to execution.
• Recruit, train, and motivate a talented brigade.
• Uphold food quality, presentation, and hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Food quality standards

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

We're looking for an accomplished and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen at 74 Duke, an elegant and energetic restaurant in the heart of Mayfair. Offering an exceptional dining experience that blends high-quality cuisine with a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere from morning to night, 74 Duke has quickly become one of London's standout destinations. Part of the BVC Hospitality group – the team behind NAC, Le Cefe NAC, Crème, and Supernova – 74 Duke represents the group's continued commitment to creating innovative, globally recognised food concepts. With a strong presence across London, Paris, and the Middle East, BVC Hospitality is known for combining creativity with operational excellence to deliver outstanding dining experiences worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a dynamic, high‑performing kitchen, working closely with senior management to maintain and elevate the restaurant's culinary identity.

The Head Chef oversees all aspects of kitchen operations, from menu creation to daily service, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency at every level. This hands‑on leadership role suits someone with extensive experience in premium London restaurants or hotels, who thrives in high‑cover environments and brings calm authority and precision to every service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, from menu development to execution
• Recruit, train, and motivate a talented brigade, building a culture of excellence and collaboration
• Uphold uncompromising standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene
• Manage GP, purchasing, and labour targets with a strong commercial mindset
• Build and nurture relationships with premium suppliers
• Work closely with the Front of House and management teams to ensure a seamless guest experience
• Maintain compliance with all food safety, health, and hygiene regulations
• Drive consistency across all services through clear systems and structured communication

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a quality‑driven London restaurant or hotel
• Background in high‑cover, fast‑paced environments with exacting standards
• Deep understanding of modern European / brasserie‑style cuisine
• Inspirational leadership with calm authority and excellent communication skills
• Strong organisational and financial management abilities
• Genuine passion for ingredients, presentation, and delivering outstanding guest satisfaction

Benefits

• BVC Group is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment for all employees, celebrating diversity and respect across every team
• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus
• Opportunity to grow within a respected and expanding hospitality group
• Supportive management structure, staff meals, and company benefits
• Professional development opportunities within an established restaurant and wider group
• Generous employee discounts, including 50% off across all BVC Group brands and access to exclusive hospitality discounts via the CODE app membership
• Enhanced benefits including company sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, and holiday pay
• Recognition and rewards for dedication and long service