Head Chef

Lovegood Pubs; London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Head Chef to elevate the culinary experience at a community-focused pub in South-East London. This role offers the opportunity to craft a creative menu that reflects current food trends while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. You'll lead a dynamic kitchen team, manage operations efficiently, and create a lasting culinary legacy in a vibrant community. If you're passionate about modern pub food and ready to inspire, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus scheme

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong background in pub kitchens with seasonal menu creation.
• Proven track record of delivering excellent GPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a dynamic kitchen team.
• Design and execute a seasonal menu with modern pub food.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Menu Design

Food Quality Management

Culinary Creativity

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Lovegood Pubs London, England, United Kingdom

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Full-Time

Are you ready to make your mark on the food scene in South-East London? The Honor Oak is looking for a creative, disciplined, and visionary Head Chef to take the reins of our kitchen and deliver a dining experience that truly enriches our guests' lives.

About Us

The Honor Oak is a community-focused pub with a strong reputation for bringing people together over great food and drink. Located in SE23, we cater to a vibrant mix of young professionals and families who value fresh, seasonal, modern pub food with a twist. From small plates with new-trend influences to the best Sunday roast in town, we aim to deliver an exceptional guest experience every time.

About the Role

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and inspiring a small, dynamic team in our open kitchen.
• Designing and executing a menu of fresh, seasonal, modern pub food, incorporating new trends and popular staples.
• Delivering creative small plates that encourage sharing and social dining.
• Perfecting and consistently delivering exceptional Sunday roasts.
• Managing kitchen operations with a focus on healthy GP margins and wage percentages.
• Maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.
• Collaborating with management to create a food experience that reflects our community-focused ethos.

What We’re Looking For

• A strong background in pub kitchens with experience in creating seasonal, modern menus.
• A passion for current food trends and the ability to incorporate them into accessible dishes.
• A proven track record of delivering excellent GPs and financial performance.
• Leadership skills to drive and motivate a team to achieve consistent results.
• A creative yet disciplined approach to kitchen management.
• A desire to create a lasting culinary legacy in a pub that offers a blank canvas for your ideas.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary of £36,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience).
• A performance-based bonus scheme tied to key KPIs.
• The opportunity to craft a menu and kitchen operation that reflects your vision.
• A supportive, community-driven work environment with a focus on quality and creativity.

If you’re ready to push boundaries, create a menu that excites and inspires, and take The Honor Oak to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Now

Email your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your vision for modern pub food to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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