Head Chef

RedCat Independent Pubs; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality chain seeks a dynamic Head Chef to inspire a high-performing kitchen team in London. The successful candidate will have a passion for culinary excellence and people management, ensuring memorable food experiences while maintaining top-quality standards. The role offers competitive compensation, bonuses, and a commitment to work-life balance. If you are ready to lead and influence, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Bonus up to 15% on salary

Tronc scheme for gratuities

Wages access through Wagestream

Career development programs

Employee assistance program

Food and accommodation discounts

Qualifications

• Proven track record of running a high-performing kitchen.
• Ability to manage P&L, stock, and labor efficiently.
• Experience in recruiting and developing kitchen teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver high-quality food experiences.
• Manage kitchen finances including cost control.
• Maintain hygiene and compliance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Excellence

Team Management

Local Produce Knowledge

Calm Under Pressure

Education

Experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef

Job description

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• Work/Life Balance? A genuine belief in work/life balance and an understanding of working together to promote flexibility
• Bonus? Up to 15% of salary able to be achieved on a quarterly basis
• Tips? A Tronc scheme with 100% of gratuities distributed to our teams every week via TipJar
• Financial Support? Access wages as you earn them through Wagestream,
• Development? Inspirational career development programmes
• Recognition? Dedicated reward and recognition platform
• Discounts? Food and Accommodation discounts nationwide
• Personal support? Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
  
  

Why work for us?

• Work/Life Balance? A genuine belief in work/life balance and an understanding of working together to promote flexibility
• Bonus? Up to 15% of salary able to be achieved on a quarterly basis
• Tips? A Tronc scheme with 100% of gratuities distributed to our teams every week via TipJar
• Financial Support? Access wages as you earn them through Wagestream,
• Development? Inspirational career development programmes
• Recognition? Dedicated reward and recognition platform
• Discounts? Food and Accommodation discounts nationwide
• Personal support? Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
  
  

This isn’t just another Head Chef job — this is your chance to take the reins of a kitchen that lives and breathes our Core Values

Driven by people, Inspired by Innovation and Crafted for Guests.

Here, we don’t just want a Head Chef to run the pass — we want a true leader. Someone who cares about food, and about the people cooking it.

If you want ownership, influence, and a role that respects your craft, you’re in the right place.

The job in a nutshell

• Lead and inspire the team to deliver consistent, memorable food experiences
• Control the kitchen P&L - from costing to stock management and labour
• Recruit, train and develop a high performing, happy kitchen team
• Ensure every plate meets exceptional standards for flavour, presentation and wow factor
• Own hygiene, compliance and safe working practices
  
  

What we are looking for:

• An experienced Head Chef or strong Sous Chef looking to make a difference
• A people-first leader who knows happy kitchens make the best food
• Confident in managing both service and systems
• Passionate about local produce, seasonal dishes, and a positive kitchen culture
• Someone who is calm under pressure, has high standards and a passion for culinary excellence
  
  

Ready to run a kitchen that runs on trust and talent?Apply now and lets talk about where your leadership could take you next

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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