Head Prep Chef

Change Hospitality; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an award-winning London restaurant group as a Head Prep Chef, leading a central prep kitchen at Borough Market. This pivotal role requires hands-on experience, strong leadership, and a passion for high-quality cuisine. Drive a team in a fast-paced environment while ensuring food safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Great work/life balance

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for impact in leadership role

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or above in a high-quality, high-volume environment.
• Strong leadership and kitchen management skills.
• Meticulous attention to food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a prep kitchen team of around 4 chefs per shift.
• Ensure all prep is completed to par levels and on time.
• Oversee night bakery and butchery operations.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen Management

Food Hygiene

Attention to Detail

Job description

Head Prep Chef – Award-Winning London Restaurant Group
Borough Market | £45,000–£50,000 | ASAP Start

We’re proud to be partnering with one of London’s most exciting and celebrated new restaurant groups to find a hands-on, experienced Head Prep Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead their central prep and bakery kitchen in the heart of Borough Market.

This group has had a phenomenal first year, earning major industry recognition including a Michelin star and a Bib Gourmand, with a concept inspired by the vibrant markets and flavours of the Mediterranean and Levant – powered by seasonal British produce and a serious commitment to quality.

The Role

You’ll be leading a core team of chefs and overseeing essential prep operations for two busy restaurants that serve over 6,000 guests per week. This is a role for someone calm, focused and highly organised – someone who knows how to run a tight ship while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and team morale.

Shift Pattern

• Early mornings (start around 4am) – finish by early afternoon
• Full-time, permanent role
• ASAP start available

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a prep kitchen team of around 4 chefs per shift
• Ensure all prep is completed to par levels, to spec, and on time
• Oversee night bakery and night butchery operations
• Manage deliveries and stock rotation
• Input invoices and assist with stock control systems
• Carry out food safety checks and ensure due diligence is followed
• Supervise and rota the KP and prep kitchen teams
• Maintain a calm, productive, and quality-focused kitchen environment

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as a Sous Chef or above in a high-quality, high-volume environment
• Strong leadership and kitchen management skills
• Confidence working with premium, fresh produce
• Meticulous attention to detail and food hygiene standards
• Comfortable starting early and leading a key part of back-of-house operations
• A natural team player who takes pride in getting things done to a high standard

Why Apply?

• Be part of one of London’s most exciting and award-winning food projects
• Great work/life balance with early shifts and a supportive team
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a pivotal leadership role

If you’re a strong, steady pair of hands with a love of great food and team leadership – and you're ready to take charge of a high-functioning prep kitchen – we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration.