Head Chef

The Whippet Inn; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pub in London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen. The ideal candidate will have a passion for seasonal and fresh produce, with leadership skills to inspire the kitchen team. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50k plus bonuses and benefits, including career progression opportunities and a fun working environment. Join a renowned company committed to quality food and service in a vibrant setting.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Staff meals during shifts

Birthday off

10% off Gym membership

30% off grooming and hair salons

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a fresh food setting.
• Ability to inspire and lead a team through creativity.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Run a profitable kitchen while maintaining high standards.
• Create seasonal menus with fresh produce.
• Inspire team members and foster a positive work atmosphere.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Creativity

Organizational skills

Business savvy

Experience in fresh food kitchens

Job description

Head Chef -The Whippet Inn - £50k + Bonus - Modern British Pub - Kensal Rise - NW London

The Whippet is a local pub in the heart of Kensal Rise, dedicated to producing fantastic food and delivering great service. We pride ourselves on creating an atmosphere that reflects our vibrant neighbouring communities of Kensal Rise, Queens Park and Willesden.
With the best producers and suppliers on our side, we offer modern seasonal food, complimented by an excellent range of local and continental craft beer with a wine list to match.

Our heated, all-weather garden space is a mecca for alfresco drinking, dining and private hire, and our pub is the perfect place to meet friends and family for a drink, a bite, or both. Join us seven days a week for lunch or dinner, grab a coffee or just roll in for a few pints.

You Are

• An experienced Head Chef who demonstrates commitment and stability
• Driven by great food and fresh produce, seasonality and creativity get you buzzing
• An approachable leader who values and inspires their team through a culture of creativity
• A good communicator, organised and loves a laugh
• A team player who leaves their ego at the door - we get stuff done
• Experienced in working with in a fresh food restaurant or pub kitchens
• Business savvy, running a profitable kitchen while maintaining exceptional standards are key
• Ambitious, want to grow and develop within a fantastic, award‑winning company

We offer

• Package up to £50k pa + Bonus & Benefits
• Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings
• Creativity and flair along with a brand new kitchen
• Get out and about, you automatically get discounts across all our pubs, bars and restaurants
• Regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere
• Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift
• Birthdays are important - take the day off on us
• Good people know good people - an awesome referral scheme - earnup to £1000persuccessfulreferral!!
• 10% off Gym membership
• 30% off grooming and hair salons
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to work scheme

Who We Are

Part of the award‑winning Urban Pubs & Bars (Publican Awards Best Managed Pubs 1‑50 and nominated for Publican Award 2023), a fast‑growing independent hospitality group with an incredible and diverse range of pubs, bars and restaurants all with their own individual identity.

Interested in hearing more?

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