Head Chef

Urban Pubs and Bars Limited; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant brewpub in Shoreditch seeks a Head Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. The ideal candidate is a driven culinary leader passionate about fresh ingredients and creativity. With competitive salary and career progression opportunities, it's a chance to thrive in a fun and rewarding environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary & bonus scheme

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Discounts across all pubs and bars

Annual team trips abroad

28 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to work scheme

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced in working within a fresh food restaurant or pub kitchen.
• An approachable leader who inspires their team through creativity.
• Organised with previous experience in new restaurant openings.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the menu and deliver exceptional dishes.
• Run a profitable kitchen while maintaining high standards.
• Lead and inspire the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Teamwork

Business Savvy

Job description

Modern British Pub - Head Chef - Up to £45k + Bonus - Fresh Food - Shoreditch

The Queens Head is a modern brewpub and kitchen located just a stone's throw from Liverpool Street Station, serving classic British pub dishes. We are currently recruiting an experienced food-led Head Chef or Sous Chef looking to take a step up. Join our family, have fun, be creative, love what you do, take ownership of the menu, and deliver excellent dishes.

You Are:

• Driven by great food, fresh produce, seasonality, and creativity
• An approachable leader who values and inspires their team through a culture of creativity
• A good communicator, organized, and ideally experienced in new openings
• A team player who leaves ego at the door — we get things done
• Experienced in working in a fresh food restaurant or pub kitchen
• Business savvy, capable of running a profitable kitchen while maintaining high standards
• Ambitious, eager to grow and develop within a fantastic, award-winning company

We Offer:

• Up to £45k per annum + Bonus + Benefits
• A competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression and promotion opportunities, with regular new openings
• Discounts across all our pubs, bars, and restaurants
• Opportunities to make strategic decisions within your business — take ownership and be fearless
• Annual team trips abroad, management incentives, and socials — a fun, family atmosphere
• 28 days holiday
• Free meals during your shifts
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per successful referral
• Access to your wages anytime through Wagestream
• A day off on your birthday
• Cycle to work scheme

If you're interested in hearing more, get in touch so we can arrange to meet and show you around.