Head Chef: Lead Creative, Sustainable Kitchen

Roe Restaurant; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Learning opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Rewards & recognition

Welcome lunch

Restaurant discounts

Friends & family discount

Retail discount

Supplier trips

Team socials

Staff meal

Increased holiday

Parental leave

Sabbaticals

Pop-up opportunities

Job summary

Roe Restaurant in Wood Wharf is seeking a visionary Head Chef to steer the kitchen at the heart of our dining concept. You will lead the team, craft menus, and drive sustainability across all dishes while maintaining exceptional standards.

Working closely with front-of-house and suppliers, you will optimise costs, mentor staff, and push culinary innovation in a fast-paced environment. This role offers career progression and a strong wellbeing culture within a renowned group.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high‑quality, fast‑paced kitchen.
• A deep passion for sustainability, seasonality, and culinary innovation.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a focus on training and staff development.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• A collaborative and problem‑solving mindset, committed to fostering a positive kitchen culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the kitchen team, fostering a high‑performance environment.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service, ensuring excellence in every dish.
• Innovate and refine the menu with sustainable and creative cooking techniques.
• Manage kitchen operations and cost control, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Control food and labour costs, conduct stock takes, and work within budgetary targets.
• Work collaboratively with the front‑of‑house team to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Establish and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring the highest quality ingredients and ethical sourcing.

Job description

Roe Restaurant in Wood Wharf is seeking a visionary Head Chef to steer the kitchen at the heart of our dining concept. You will lead the team, craft menus, and drive sustainability across all dishes while maintaining exceptional standards.

Working closely with front-of-house and suppliers, you will optimise costs, mentor staff, and push culinary innovation in a fast-paced environment. This role offers career progression and a strong wellbeing culture within a renowned group.