Head Chef

Spread Eagle; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant pub in Camden is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen. Responsibilities include maintaining high culinary standards, managing a dynamic team, and optimizing menus that reflect local food culture. The ideal candidate will have a passion for fresh, seasonal cooking and excellent skills in stock control and cost management. This role offers a supportive environment, professional development opportunities, and staff discounts.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Staff discounts

Supportive management team

Qualifications

• Proven background in fresh, seasonal cooking.
• Strong leadership skills for managing kitchen teams.
• Experience in menu creation balancing innovation and tradition.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen with high culinary standards.
• Inspire and coach the kitchen team for consistent results.
• Maintain stock control and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Fresh, seasonal cooking

Strong leadership

Cost management

Team collaboration

Customer focus

Job description

Overview

Are you a passionate and creative Head Chef looking for your next challenge? The Spread Eagle, a unique and vibrant pub nestled in Camden, is on the hunt for an experienced leader to take the helm in our kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen with a focus on fresh, seasonal cooking and high culinary standards.
• Inspire, coach, and manage a dynamic kitchen team to deliver consistent results in a fast-paced environment.
• Create and optimise pub menus, balancing innovative and classic dishes that reflect Camden’s food culture.
• Maintain excellent stock control, food hygiene, and cost management to maximise profitability.
• Ensure service quality and customer satisfaction through a collaborative and customer-focused approach.
• Deliver dishes with autonomy and leadership, with the head chef responsible for menu pieces and presentation.
• Work with the general manager’s vision to align operations and menu direction as needed.
• Foster a supportive, well-organised kitchen environment that encourages professional development.

Qualifications

• Background in fresh, seasonal cooking.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and manage a dynamic kitchen team.
• Passion for creating innovative and classic pub dishes that satisfy customers.
• Excellent stock control, food hygiene, and cost management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
• Team player who thrives in a friendly, customer-focused setting.

Benefits

• A well-equipped kitchen and a supportive management team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Staff discounts, perks, and a great working environment in a beloved local venue.