Head Chef - Fresh Pub Kitchen Lead (New Opening)

Highbury Barn Tavern; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

Brand new opening

Training and development

Career progression and promotions

30% staff discount across pubs, bars,

Team trips and socials

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Referral scheme up to £1000

Birthday day off

Cycle to work

Job summary

Highbury Barn Tavern in London is seeking an enthusiastic Head Chef to steer a busy gastro pub kitchen with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients. You will lead, mentor and inspire the kitchen brigade, develop exciting pub classics and innovative dishes, while upholding the highest health and safety standards.

Join a vibrant, community-focused pub with a great reputation, competitive salary with bonus, and ample opportunities for training, development and career progression as we continue to

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus.
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge and HACCP standards.
• Proven track record managing high-volume service.
• Ability to mentor and motivate kitchen teams.
• Experience in gastro pub environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and menu development.
• Oversee stock control and GP targets.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and quality standards.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff and shift leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Seasonal menus

Health & Safety

Stock control

High volume

Job description

Highbury Barn Tavern in London is seeking an enthusiastic Head Chef to steer a busy gastro pub kitchen with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients. You will lead, mentor and inspire the kitchen brigade, develop exciting pub classics and innovative dishes, while upholding the highest health and safety standards.

Join a vibrant, community-focused pub with a great reputation, competitive salary with bonus, and ample opportunities for training, development and career progression as we continue to