Head Chef

RHR UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic restaurant in Greater London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. You will be responsible for menu development, food quality, and financial accountability. The role demands a calm and focused leadership style, a passion for seasonal produce, and the ability to drive performance in a high-volume environment. Benefits include 28 days of annual leave, training resources, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

28 days of annual leave

50% discount at all restaurants

Enhanced maternity leave

Subsidised mental health support

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume, quality-driven restaurants.
• Calm leadership style with passion for seasonal produce.
• Commercial awareness regarding kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead menu development and ensure food quality.
• Build and nurture a high-performing kitchen team.
• Manage financial performance aligned with targets.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and operational standards.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Financial Accountability

Food Quality Management

Job description

We're looking for a Head Chef to join Brat at Climpsons Arch (London Fields) - someone ready to lead with precision, creativity, and clarity. This role is at the heart of our kitchens, combining the daily craft of food with the discipline of systems, people leadership, and operational excellence.

Brat Climpsons Arch is a dynamic and passionate neighbourhood restaurant serving seasonal wood-fired dishes in a unique courtyard space beneath the arches of London Fields. We place great importance on our relationships with suppliers and ensure staff are well informed about the produce we use. Located in the space where Chef Tomos Parrys independent cooking style first took shape, the restaurant reflects that same energy. Our menu and wine list change daily. Brat x Climpsons Arch is a friendly, enthusiastic restaurant that offers the chance to work with some of the best produce in the UK while building strong culinary knowledge and skill.

We are a restaurant that celebrates cooking over fire with a daily changing blackboard menu. Brat x Climpson's Arch is a dynamic and exhilarating restaurant space, where we have created unique events and collaborations over the years, as well as private hires, large table parties and occasional dance floor! It's a special opportunity to create daily menu's alongside hosting some unique events, where you will collaborate with a dynamic, forward thinking and exciting team to build some memorable occasions.

You’ll be responsible for delivering best-in-class food and an exceptional team culture while ensuring the kitchen runs efficiently, commercially, and in line with our long-term vision. You’ll work closely with our Operations Director, senior leadership, and supply team to shape menus, train future leaders, and build a kitchen environment where standards stay high and ideas move fast.

What youll be doing :

Menu Development & Food Quality

Leading the development of exceptional dishes that align with our food ethos

Maintaining consistency and excellence across all food prep and presentation

Running regular menu reviews and tastings to refine and elevate the guest experience

Using guest feedback and kitchen performance to shape menus and training focus

Leadership & Team Development

Leading from the front building a kitchen culture of accountability, trust, and energy

Driving development through regular one-to-ones, appraisals, and structured feedback

Creating an environment where the team feels supported, ambitious, and proud of the food

Collaborating closely with Ops and People teams to support succession and internal progression

Sourcing, Supply & Product

Maintaining deep knowledge of our ingredients, suppliers, and sourcing standards

Working with our Head of Sourcing and Head Butcher to ensure exceptional product integrity

Nurturing supplier relationships and embedding product education into team development

Financial Accountability

Owning food cost, stock, and margin performance aligned to EBITDA targets

Co‑owning site P&L with the General Manager, ensuring shared accountability

Ensuring full compliance with company financial practices and systems

Operational Excellence

Leading compliance in food safety, health and safety, HR policy and site administration

Maintaining a 5

• EHO standard and ensuring that systems, reporting, and records are watertight

Flagging and managing kitchen maintenance issues proactively and efficiently

What youll bring :

A seasoned Head Chef with experience in high-volume, quality-driven restaurants

Someone with a calm, focused leadership style and a passion and understanding of fresh seasonal produce

A commercially aware operator who understands that great kitchens run on numbers as well as creativity

A team-builder who leads with presence and purpose and thrives on structure and standards

You’ll be comfortable collaborating with other departments, and hosting exceptional events whilst engaging with our guests.

The restaurant is operational between Wednesday - Sundays, but we hold private hires across all 7 days

How well measure success :

Outstanding food quality and consistent menu innovation

Delivery of GP, margin, and EBITDA targets

Clear, confident financial and operational compliance

A high-performing kitchen team with strong sentiment and retention

Positive guest feedback and continued momentum in culinary development

Whats in it for you :

28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.

Access to courses, resources, and training to enhance your career.

50% discount at all our restaurants, along with complimentary staff meals during your shifts.

Discounted dining at various local establishments near Super 8 Restaurants.

Enhanced maternity leave, pension scheme, subsidised mental health support, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Refer a Friend schemerecommend someone to join Super 8 and receive a bonus!

Opportunities for both international and national travel to visit our suppliers and learn about sourcing ingredients and beverages.

£ contribution towards the purchase of a work laptop for all salaried staff members