Head Chef - UPB Head Office

Urban Pubs & Bars; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London-based pub company is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at their Head Office. You will create seasonal British menus, mentor a passionate team, and ensure high standards of food quality and kitchen management. This role offers a competitive salary of £45k - £50k with additional bonuses, live-in accommodation, and opportunities for career progression within a reputable company. Join us in shaping London's vibrant dining scene.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation

Staff discounts

Training and development

28 days holiday

Free meals during shifts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Dynamic and qualified individual with experience in gastro pub cuisine.
• Comfortable in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
• Knowledge of managing stock and driving kitchen profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and create innovative menus with seasonal British food.
• Manage kitchen operations with a focus on quality and profitability.
• Develop and mentor kitchen team members.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Quality control

Menu development

Health & Safety compliance

Job description

Head Chef - UPB Head Office

Calling all Head Chefs / Sous Chefs : lead, create, and elevate across London We're searching for exceptional, creative talent for both current venues and exciting new openings across the capital.

If you're a Head Chef or an aspiring Sous Chef ready to level up your career and bring your gastro pub expertise to life, we want to hear from you.

We're focused on quality seasonal British food, sourcing from top suppliers to craft classic pub dishes with a modern, chef-led twist.

Our menus are driven by you and your team, suited for every occasion and always showcasing something for everyone.

You Are :

• A passionate, dynamic, and qualified Head Chef hungry for a new challenge
• Experienced with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus
• Knowledgeable about Health & Safety and running a professional kitchen
• Proven at managing a kitchen, controlling stock, GP, and driving profitability
• Comfortable in high-volume environments and fast-paced service
• Technical, detail-oriented, and able to spot and solve problems quickly
• A confident communicator who can lead, motivate, and develop a team
• Experienced with opening new sites (beneficial)

What's In It For You :

• Salaries range from 45k - 50k + bonus scheme
• Live-in accommodation available (site-dependent)
• Join a reputable London Based company recently awarded Sunday Times Best 100 companies to work
• Ongoing training and development to push your skills further
• Clear career progression with regular new openings and opportunities to grow
• Staff discounts across all our pubs, bars, and restaurants
• Real ownership, make strategic decisions and be fearless in your approach
• Regular team trips, incentives, and a supportive, family-like culture
• 28 days holiday
• Free meals during shifts
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Generous referral scheme (earn up to 1,000 per successful hire)
• Birthday day off on us
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption pay

Ready to cook up something extraordinary? Get in touch and we'll explore opportunities, show you around, and start building your next chapter in London's vibrant dining scene.