Head Chef

Spread Eagle; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant pub in Camden is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead their kitchen and inspire a team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for fresh and seasonal cooking, excellent leadership skills, and the creativity to design innovative and traditional pub dishes. In this role, you will enjoy creative freedom, work in a supportive environment, and have opportunities for professional development. Come and make a meaningful impact on this beloved local venue!

Benefits

Creative freedom to design menus

Well-equipped kitchen

Professional development opportunities

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef with a focus on fresh, seasonal dishes.
• Strong ability to lead and inspire a kitchen team.
• Passion for creating both innovative and traditional pub dishes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team.
• Design and develop menus with creative freedom.
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene and cost management.

Skills

Fresh, seasonal cooking

Leadership skills

Innovative dish creation

Stock control

Food hygiene

Cost management

Team player

Job description

Head Chef

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.

About Us

The Spread Eagle is renowned for its warm hospitality, buzzing atmosphere, and playful and delicious food. We take pride in delivering our small and large plates inspired by Camden food market and created from British seasonal produce. We encourage autonomy, with all dishes on the menu curated and delivered by the head chef themselves. We are looking for a head chef to join our team and take our offer to a whole new level!

Hannah, the general manager's food vision isTraditional pub grub and dishes inspired by the diverse, modern food culture of Camden Town.

Grab a napkin, a drink and tuck into our dishes that are perfect for any social occasion.and can't wait to hire the perfect head chef so they can perfect this vision together.

What We’re Looking For:

• A talented and experienced Head Chef with a background in fresh, seasonal cooking.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and manage a dynamic kitchen team.
• A passion for creating innovative and classic pub dishes that keep customers coming back.
• Excellent stock control, food hygiene, and cost management skills.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
• A team player who thrives in a friendly and customer-focused setting.

What We Offer:

• Creative freedom to design and develop menus.
• 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.

If you have the passion and skills to lead our kitchen, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of something special at The Spread Eagle.