Head Chef - Soho, London

Mildreds Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Free plant-based meal on shift

50% off dining with us

Training and development

Team incentives and milestones

Staff parties

Access to counselling

Supplier education trips

Discounted retail pricing

Positive working environment

Job summary

Mildreds Ltd. in London is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead a fast-paced, plant-based kitchen. You will own the food program, ensure safety and high standards, and partner with Front of House to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates bring proven head chef experience, strong leadership, and a passion for plant-based cuisine. You will mentor the team, manage budgets and GP on dishes, and uphold health and food safety regulations in a busy, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Proven head chef experience in fast-paced kitchen and leadership of kitchen teams.
• Strong command of English with clear communication to staff and guests.
• Commitment to plant-based cuisine and strict adherence to health and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Take commercial responsibility for the food and generate gross profit on dishes.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team, ensuring high standards and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with health and food safety regulations and collaborate with FOH to optimize guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Culinary qualifications or equivalent experience

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, plant-based brand designed for today's world? We're on the lookout for a talented Head Chef to join the Mildreds team - an exciting, sustainable company with over 36 years of pioneering game in plant-based food. We're all about delivering high-end vegan cuisine and stunning cocktails, but what really sets us apart is our inclusive team culture. We embrace diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring that everyone who works with us, can bring their authentic selves to work, on every shift. This role would be ideal for a passionate, ambitious head chef looking for a new challenge. Our kitchens are fast paced environments, where you need to focus on being attentive, have highest attention to details & are committed to deliver a great plate of food every time in a safe environment. Working with FOH to ensure that each guest's experience is brilliant.,

• Flexible working environment
• Free plant-based meal on shift
• 50% off dining with us with family & friends
• Training and development
• Team incentives and milestones celebrations
• Staff parties
• Access to counselling
• Fun and education trips with our suppliers
• Access to discounted retail pricing
• Positive working environment and more Positive energy and a welcoming personality - always ready to make our guests feel special.
• A love for food and drink - both enjoying and serving it!
• Calm under pressure - able to stay focused in a busy work environment.
• Teamwork champion - we believe in collaboration and building each other up.
• Strong communication - able to motivate, connect, and inspire your team, while ensuring every guest has an exceptional experience.
• Leadership skills - help allocate tasks and maximize your team's unique skills.
• Organizational and problem-solving abilities - keeping things running smoothly.
• A passion for delivering high standards - ensuring attention to detail at every level.
• Ability to act as a role model - uplifting team morale and providing top-notch support.
• Take commercial responsibility for the food, generating gross profit on all dishes.
• Compliance with health and food safety regulations.
• Strong command of English and confident communication skills.
• A desire to grow and develop - we're here to help you succeed!