Head Chef - Creative, High-Volume Pub Kitchen Lead

The Highbury Barn Tavern; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Brand new opening

Training & development

Career progression

Discount 30%

Team trips

EAP

Referral scheme

Birthdays off

Cycle to work

Job summary

The Highbury Barn Tavern in London is seeking a proactive Head Chef to lead a busy gastro-pub kitchen. You will drive fresh, seasonal menus while maintaining high standards of quality and hospitality.

As Head Chef, you will inspire the team, ensure Health and Safety compliance, and manage stock and GP to deliver excellent guest experiences in a vibrant community pub setting near Highbury Fields.

Qualifications

• Experience with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus.
• Professional kitchen experience with Health and Safety.
• Proven track record of managing kitchen, stock and GP.
• Background in high-volume operation.
• Strong technical skill and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and team leadership.

Skills

Fresh ingredients

Seasonal menus

Kitchen leadership

Stock & GP control

High volume

Health & safety

Job description

The Highbury Barn Tavern in London is seeking a proactive Head Chef to lead a busy gastro-pub kitchen. You will drive fresh, seasonal menus while maintaining high standards of quality and hospitality.

As Head Chef, you will inspire the team, ensure Health and Safety compliance, and manage stock and GP to deliver excellent guest experiences in a vibrant community pub setting near Highbury Fields.