Head Chef

Kings Head, Winchmore Hill; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A bustling gastro pub is seeking a Head Chef who is passionate about fresh, seasonal cooking to lead a high-volume kitchen. You'll have full creative control over menu design and daily specials, inspire a talented team, and maintain high food quality standards. Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses and opportunities for professional development are offered. If you're ready to make a culinary impact, apply now with your CV and a brief note about your cooking style and experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Staff discounts

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role in high-volume kitchens.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to design creative menus and manage food costs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop all menus.
• Create daily changing specials based on seasonality.
• Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Manage stock, GP, and kitchen operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Passionate about fresh, seasonal cooking

Experienced in high-volume kitchens

Confident in menu development and costing

Natural leader

Calm under pressure

Creative

Job description

Head Chef – High‑Volume Gastro Pub

Location: Kings Head, Winchmore Hill Salary: 45 - 48k + Service approximately £6/8k Bonus + Benefits Start Date: January

Are you a creative, ambitious Head Chef ready to take full ownership of a bustling, high‑volume kitchen? We’re looking for a culinary leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, loves fresh food, and wants the freedom to design menus that truly showcase their talent.

About Us

We’re a thriving gastro pub known for quality, consistency, and a buzzing atmosphere. Our guests come for great service, a warm welcome, and—most importantly—food that’s cooked from scratch with passion. We run a busy service, especially on weekends, and we’re proud to offer daily changing specials that keep things exciting for both our team and our customers.

The Role

As our Head Chef, you will be the creative force behind the kitchen. You’ll have full autonomy to:

• Design and develop all menus
• Create daily changing specials that reflect seasonality, creativity, and your personal style
• Lead, train, and inspire a talented kitchen team
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Manage stock, GP, ordering, and kitchen operations
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene standards

This is a hands‑on role in a high‑volume environment, perfect for a chef who loves the buzz of a busy service and takes pride in delivering exceptional food every time.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about fresh, seasonal cooking
• Experienced in high‑volume kitchens
• Confident in menu development and costing
• A natural leader who brings out the best in their team
• Calm under pressure and organized in a fast‑paced setting
• Driven, creative, and excited to put their stamp on a respected venue

What We Offer

• Full creative control over menus and specials
• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonuses
• Supportive ownership and a positive working culture
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Staff discounts and additional benefits

If you’re ready to lead a kitchen where your ideas matter and your creativity can shine, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a brief note about your cooking style and experience.