Head Chef - Seasonal British Gastropub

COREcruitment; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent gastropub in Marylebone seeks a passionate Head Chef to lead menu development and kitchen operations. With a focus on seasonal British cuisine, you will enjoy creative freedom and a supportive team environment. The role offers competitive pay and excellent work-life balance, making it a perfect opportunity for culinary leaders.

Benefits

Autonomy in menu development

Work-life balance with 48-hour weeks

Tronc boost of £5K+ annually

Stable team with minimal turnover

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in independent gastropubs.
• Strong financial acumen for supplier negotiations.
• Creative flair focused on seasonal British dishes.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the kitchen and drive menu innovation.
• Maintain high standards in a collaborative environment.
• Manage a stable team of chefs and kitchen porters.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Creative Flair

Hands-on Approach

Job description

Head Chef – Seasonal British Gastropub 50K - 60K Marylebone
Lead a thriving Marylebone gastropub with creative freedom and a loyal team.

Job Role:Head Chef
Cuisine:Seasonal British (gastropub with fine-dining influence)
Location:Marylebone, London
Salary:£45K–55K + tronc (£5K+ annually)

We’re partnering with a well-respected independent gastropub in Marylebone, known for its refined British cuisine and bustling Sunday roasts.The Head Chef will take full ownership of the kitchen, driving menu innovation and maintaining high standards in a collaborative environment.

The Venue:

• 40–45 covers (main dining) + 35 covers (private events)
• Sunday roasts up to 150 covers (winter peaks)
• Seasonal, monthly-changing menu (focus on British produce)
• Stable team of 4 chefs + 2 KPs

The Ideal Head Chef:

• Proven leadership inindependent gastropubs
• Strong financial acumen (Excel, supplier negotiations, GP control)
• Creative flair for seasonal British dishes
• Hands-on approach with service and events

Why Apply?

• Autonomy– Lead menu development with seasonal flexibility
• Work-life balance– 48-hour weeks
• Tronc boost– £5K+ annually on top of salary
• Stable team– Long-standing brigade with minimal turnover

Sound like you?APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.