Head Chef

Little Large Pub Company Limted; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pub in South East London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a busy kitchen environment and a passion for creating seasonal dishes. You will be responsible for menu design, maintaining food quality, and managing kitchen standards. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community-driven dining experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience running a busy kitchen ideally in a high-quality pub or bistro environment.
• A passion for seasonal cooking and ingredient-driven menus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a small, committed kitchen team.
• Design and deliver menus that reflect the seasons and the spirit of The Talbot.
• Maintain excellent food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Manage cost controls, stock, and supplier relationships.
• Ensure kitchen standards of safety, hygiene, and organisation are exemplary.
• Work closely with the management team to create a memorable, community-driven dining experience.

Skills

Leading kitchen teams

Menu design

Food quality control

Cost management

Hygiene standards

Job description

Head Chef The Talbot, Brockley

Full-time | Competitive salary + bonus | South East London

The Talbot is a much-loved neighbourhood pub in the heart of Brockley, known for its warm atmosphere, great drinks, and quality food served with generosity and flair. We're now looking for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen and help shape the next chapter of our food story.

About the Role

We're developing a simple, seasonal, and ingredient‑led dining concept for our upstairs dining room. Downstairs, the pub menu remains approachable and vibrant: proper bar snacks, hearty plates, and classic Sunday roasts.

As Head Chef, you’ll:

• Lead and inspire a small, committed kitchen team
• Design and deliver menus that reflect the seasons and the spirit of The Talbot
• Maintain excellent food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Manage cost controls, stock, and supplier relationships
• Ensure kitchen standards of safety, hygiene, and organisation are exemplary
• Work closely with the management‑team to create a memorable, community‑driven dining experience

About You

You’ll be a hands‑on, creative chef with :

• Proven experience running a busy kitchen ideally in a high‑quality pub or bistro environment
• A passion for seasonal B...