Head Chef — Seasonal, Ingredient-Led Kitchen Leader

Brava London Restaurant Collection; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Birthday off

Healthcare and wellbeing support

Employee recognition and rewards

Job summary

Mortimer House Kitchen in London is seeking a Head Chef to lead our Italian kitchen, shape menus and deliver ingredient-led, top-quality dishes. You will drive commercial results with strong people leadership and meticulous attention to detail.

You’ll manage GP, food costs and labour budgets, mentor chefs, build reliable supplier relationships and collaborate with front of house to ensure seamless service. Level 3 Food Safety and allergen knowledge are required, with flexibility for evenings and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Excellent cooking skills and a passion for seasonal, ingredient-led food.
• Proven experience managing GP, food costs and labour budgets.
• Strong leadership with a track record of developing kitchen teams.
• Level 3 Food Safety and allergen knowledge or willingness to obtain.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen brigade, setting the standard for quality, consistency and presentation on every plate.
• Take accountability for kitchen GP, food cost, ordering, stock control and waste.
• Manage kitchen labour budgets and build rotas in line with forecast covers.
• Recruit, train, mentor and develop chefs at every level, building a positive and respectful kitchen culture.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring quality, seasonality and value.
• Work closely with the front of house team to deliver smooth, joined-up service.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, allergen management, and health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

GP & Food cost management

Menu development

Allergen knowledge

Education

Level 3 Food Safety

Job description

Mortimer House Kitchen in London is seeking a Head Chef to lead our Italian kitchen, shape menus and deliver ingredient-led, top-quality dishes. You will drive commercial results with strong people leadership and meticulous attention to detail.

You’ll manage GP, food costs and labour budgets, mentor chefs, build reliable supplier relationships and collaborate with front of house to ensure seamless service. Level 3 Food Safety and allergen knowledge are required, with flexibility for evenings and