Head Chef Kudu 7 (Marylebone)

KUDU 7 (MARYLEBONE) LIMITED; Street; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day week

Career growth

Collaborative leadership

Premium dining

Job summary

Kudu 7 (Marylebone) Limited in London is seeking a Head Chef to lead a high-profile kitchen in a busy, premium dining setting. You will manage menu execution, lead a small team, and maintain spotless kitchen standards with a hands-on approach.

We look for at least 3 years as Head Chef in a busy restaurant, a passion for seasonal South African-inspired cuisine, and a commitment to exceptional guest experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Head Chef experience in a busy restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a fully equipped team and compliance with menu knowledge.
• Excellent record of kitchen and staff management.
• Ensure smooth inventory flow and coordinate with suppliers.

Skills

Staff management

Inventory management

Leadership

Compliance knowledge

Job description

Head Chef - Kudu 7 (Marylebone)

Kudu is a family-run restaurant founded by husband and wife duo Amy & Patrick in 2017. Our South African roots inspire our food and the menus are shaped by the seasons. Our goal is to foster a culture of genuine hospitality, culinary excellence, entrepreneurial spirit and core family values. Awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2019 & voted as number 64 of the Top 100 Restaurants in the UK 2026, we pride ourselves on friendly, intimate service with a keen attention to quality and detail.

The menu is shaped by the seasons and showcases open fire cooking, in-house butchery, dry aged meats, house pickles and ferments. There is an open theatre kitchen & Grill, separate prep kitchen, counter dining and a cocktail bar.The Executive Chef/owner has a very craft-led approach to food. Everything is prepared in-house from scratch with excellent attention to detail. The team is young, focused and work hard. This kitchen is always busy.

Key Responsibilities and requirements

Ensure a fully equipped team regarding compliance and is well knowledgeable about the menu.

Excellent record of kitchen and staff management.

Ensure a smooth flow of inventory and coordinate with Suppliers.

A minimum of 3 years of previous experience as a Head Chef within a busy restaurant environment.

Consistently deliver excellent and an amazing experience for our guests.

Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Positive attitude with a hands-on approach

A successful candidate should also have a thorough knowledge of and adherence to the law regarding the following company regulations:

• Licensing Laws

• Health And Safety Regulations

• Food Handling and Hygiene Regulations

• Fire Regulations and Procedures

• First Aid Procedures

What We Offer

• A starting salary of £55k-70k per annum, including discretionary service charge and a further discretionary excess tronc estimated at about £3-5k per annum.

• The opportunity to grow within a respected and ambitious restaurant group

• A collaborative and supportive leadership culture

• The chance to shape and influence a premium dining experience

• 4 day week

If you are ready to bring energy, precision, and leadership to one of London’s most distinctive restaurants, we would love to hear from you.