Head Chef

Urban Pubs and Bars; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

30% discount across all locations

Team incentives and socials

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Referral scheme up to £1000

Birthday off

Job summary

Urban Pubs and Bars is seeking a passionate and qualified Head Chef for a new opening in Greater London. This role emphasizes a love for fresh ingredients and the ability to craft exceptional seasonal menus. The successful candidate will enjoy competitive pay, including bonuses, and will play a crucial part in leading the kitchen team effectively.

The role offers a vibrant and supportive environment with excellent opportunities for career progression and development. Benefits include team discounts and a variety of incentives that foster a fun, family-like atmosphere.

Qualifications

• An enthusiastic and dynamic Head Chef ready for a new challenge.
• Demonstrable experience of working with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus.
• Proven track record of managing a kitchen and controlling stock.
• Ability to handle high-volume service efficiently.
• Technical skill and strong attention to detail.
• Confident communication skills, able to lead and motivate teams.

Skills

Experience with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus

Understanding of Health and Safety

Kitchen management and stock control

High volume kitchen experience

Technical skill and attention to detail

Leadership and motivation of teams

Problem-solving efficiency

Strong communication skills

Job description

On the menu, our all-day food offer focuses on seasonality and sharing - from small plates to hearty gastropub classics - while weekends are all about Saturday brunch and stunning Sunday roasts. Behind the bar you'll find the best of London’s craft beer scene, classic cocktails, small-batch gins and artisan wines. Located opposite Balham station, we’re the perfect spot for a few pints, a quick bite, or dinner with friends and family, and our street‑side terrace is made for al fresco drinking and dining.

What's In It For Me

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Be part of a brand new opening
• Training and development
• Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings around the corner
• Get out and about, you automatically get 30% discount across all our pubs, bars and restaurants
• Team trips, regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support you across those tough times
• Good people know good people - an awesome referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per successful referral
• Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us
• Cycle to work scheme

You Are

• An enthusiastic, dynamic and qualified Head Chef who is ready for a new challenge.
• Able to demonstrate your experience of working with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus.
• Able to demonstrate experience of working in a professional kitchen showing a clear understanding of Health and Safety.
• Able to show a proven track record of managing the kitchen and controlling stock and GP.
• Someone with a background of dealing with high volume.
• Able to show technical skill and attention to detail
• Able to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
• Confident in your communication skills and ability to lead and motivate their teams.

Get in touch so we can schedule a show around, rub some shoulders together, have a laugh and make some magic!

Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company !

Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London.

In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for ‘Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites’ on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded ‘Best Food-led Pub Company 2021’ at the R200 awards, Urban once again won ‘Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites’ in 2023 and most recently won ‘Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites’ and Best food offering in 2026 and in 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for.