Head Chef - Lead & Elevate Fresh Pub Classics

UPB Head Office

City of Westminster

On-site

GBP 52,000 - 72,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

UPB Head Office in London is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen across multiple brands including Salt Yard and Bat & Ball. You’ll build teams, develop menus, and ensure high standards across service.

We are a 100% fresh food business focusing on quality pub classics, seasonal dishes and Sunday roasts; success recognised with Best Food Offering in a 50+ site field and Publican Awards 2026. You’ll own a busy kitchen and drive guest experiences.

Qualifications

  • Genuine love for ingredients, seasonality, flavour and great food.
  • Lives and breathes hospitality with busy service experience.
  • Strong pride in kitchen details and pub classics.

Skills

Passion for food
Hospitality mindset
Team leadership
Menu development

Job description

UPB Head Office in London is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen across multiple brands including Salt Yard and Bat & Ball. You’ll build teams, develop menus, and ensure high standards across service.

We are a 100% fresh food business focusing on quality pub classics, seasonal dishes and Sunday roasts; success recognised with Best Food Offering in a 50+ site field and Publican Awards 2026. You’ll own a busy kitchen and drive guest experiences.

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