Head Chef

TCAP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge & bonus

Meals on shift

Staff discounts

Training and development

Company pension

Work-life balance

Job summary

TCAP in London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen team and oversee daily operations in a busy gastropub. The role requires strong leadership and a passion for seasonal produce, with responsibility for menu development, stock control, and food safety.

The position offers a salary of £45,000–£50,000 per year with service charge and bonus scheme, plus meals on shift, staff discounts, and opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year’s experience as a Head Chef in a busy pub kitchen.
• Passion for seasonal food and fresh produce.
• Strong leadership, communication and team management skills.
• Good knowledge of food safety, stock control and cost management.
• Experience with menu development and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and oversee daily operations.
• Ensure quality and consistency across the menu offerings.
• Manage stock, ordering and costs to maintain profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Food safety

Stock control

Cost management

Menu development

Job description

Head Chef – Gastropub | London. . A busy, food-led gastropub is looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen team and oversee daily operations.. .

Requirements:

• At least 1 year’s experience as a Head Chef in a busy pub kitchen..
• Passion for seasonal food and fresh produce..
• Strong leadership, communication and team management skills..
• Good knowledge of food safety, stock control and cost management..
• Experience with menu development and kitchen operations..

What’s on offer:

• £42,000 per year + service charge and bonus scheme..
• Good work/life balance and fair shift patterns..
• Meals on shift..
• Staff discounts across the group..
• Training and career development..
• Company pension and additional benefits..

UK right to work required.

Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 yearly
Starting time: Immediate start!

About TCAP:

Fine dining British