Head Chef | Fast-Paced, Team-First Kitchen Leader

Alchemist; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food on shift

50% off food for guests

Flexible rotas

Enhanced Sick Pay

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

Club Alchemy benefits platform

Job summary

The Alchemist Bar & Restaurant is seeking a Head Chef to lead a fast-paced kitchen brigade, drive high standards, and deliver exceptional dining experiences. You will manage service, uphold food safety, and mentor a growing team in a vibrant venue known for creativity and energy.

You'll thrive on busy services, be a confident leader, and contribute to a culture that values teamwork, quality, and guest satisfaction. This role is onsite at one of our energetic venues in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience as head chef in a busy kitchen.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Excellent communication with front-of-house and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Own the running of the kitchen and brigade.
• Own food safety and compliancy.
• Manage financial controls in kitchen operations.
• Train and develop the team.
• Run service during busy periods.
• Prepare and cook to high standards during peak times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen.
• Ensure hygiene and safety standards are consistently met.
• Assist with stock, deliveries and prep.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Thrives under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

The Alchemist Bar & Restaurant is seeking a Head Chef to lead a fast-paced kitchen brigade, drive high standards, and deliver exceptional dining experiences. You will manage service, uphold food safety, and mentor a growing team in a vibrant venue known for creativity and energy.

You'll thrive on busy services, be a confident leader, and contribute to a culture that values teamwork, quality, and guest satisfaction. This role is onsite at one of our energetic venues in the UK.