Head Chef

Hospitality & Catering Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company share incentives

Complimentary meals

Uniform provided

Performance-related bonuses

Job summary

Hospitality & Catering Solutions represents a renowned London restaurant in Victoria seeking a Head Chef to lead and develop its kitchen operations, with a strong focus on premium British cuisine and culinary excellence.

The successful candidate will oversee a mature, collaborative team, drive innovation, maintain impeccable standards, and manage a 48-hour week across seven shifts, with complimentary meals and a uniform provided.

Qualifications

• Proven career history in reputable establishments, preferably with experience in British cuisine.
• Exceptional culinary skills with a passion for innovation and quality.
• Strong leadership and training abilities with a methodical kitchen management approach.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure while fostering a collaborative team culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen operations of the venue.
• Drive culinary innovation and uphold premium British cuisine standards.
• Manage staff training and day-to-day kitchen performance.
• Maintain a calm, well-organised kitchen environment and high service levels.

Skills

British cuisine

Culinary excellence

Leadership

Team training

Under pressure

Kitchen organization

Job description

Our client is an acclaimed British restaurant situated in the heart of Victoria, recognised for its commitment to excellence in both cuisine and hospitality. With a strong focus on showcasing the finest produce sourced from across England, the restaurant offers a refined dining experience that celebrates the very best of British food culture. Combining exceptional standards, a passionate team and a long-standing reputation within the industry, this is an exciting opportunity to join one of London's most respected hospitality establishments.

Salary contract of £70,000 (bonuses can take it to £80,000)

Company share incentives

Specialisation in premium British cuisine

Prime location, just five minutes from Victoria Station

48-hour working week across seven shifts

Complimentary meals and uniform provided

Regular salary reviews and performance-related bonuses

Strong, well-resourced marketing support

Work-life balance with no excessively late finishes

Manageable cover sizes, allowing for meticulous attention to detail

Positive, well-organised kitchen environment

Head Chef profile:

We are seeking a mature, creative, and highly motivated

Head Chef to lead and develop the operations of this iconic venue, renowned for its loyal and discerning clientele. The ideal candidate will possess:

A stable and proven career history within reputable establishments, preferably with expertise in British cuisine

Exceptional culinary skills with a passion for innovation and quality

Strong leadership and training abilities, with a methodical and organised approach to kitchen management

The ability to remain calm under pressure while fostering a supportive, collaborative team culture

This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented Head Chef to take the helm of a celebrated establishment and further elevate its reputation for excellence in British gastronomy.