Head Chef

Heaton House Farm; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving countryside pub in Greater London is seeking a creative Head Chef to lead their kitchen and enhance their menu. You will develop seasonal dishes and ensure high standards while managing costs and motivating your team. The ideal candidate has strong culinary skills and proven experience in kitchen leadership. This full-time role offers competitive salary, staff discounts, and additional benefits after qualifying period.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Staff discounts

Increasing annual leave

Life assurance and group income protection

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen leadership in a busy environment.
• Supportive, inspiring management style.
• Up-to-date knowledge of food safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update a creative, seasonal menu.
• Plan daily and weekly specials.
• Lead, train and motivate the kitchen team.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Strong culinary skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 3 Food Safety Award (preferred)

Job description

The Knot Inn is a thriving family-run countryside pub with a rich heritage and a prime location for tourists, walkers and cyclists. Were known for excellent food and genuine hospitality and are looking for a creative Head Chef to lead our kitchen and take our menu to the next level.

The Role

As Head Chef, youll lead a motivated team, create a seasonal and inclusive menu, and showcase local produce. Youll have hands-on responsibility for maintaining high standards, managing costs and inspiring the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update a creative, seasonal menu
• Plan daily and weekly specials
• Lead, train and motivate the kitchen team
• Maintain efficient kitchen procedures
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food hygiene and health & safety
• Manage food costs and contribute to profit targets

Requirements

• Strong culinary skills and attention to detail
• Proven kitchen leadership in a busy environment
• Supportive, inspiring management style
• Up-to-date knowledge of food safety (Level 3 Food Safety Award preferred)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular reviews
• Staff discounts, events and referral schemes
• Increasing annual leave with service
• Life assurance and group income protection for permanent employees (after qualifying period)

Hours

Full-time, 5 or 4 days out of 7, including weekends and bank holidays, with potential for increased flexibility as the team grows.

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