Senior Head Chef

Harrods Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious dining establishment in Greater London is seeking a Senior Head Chef to manage kitchen operations across multiple outlets. You will oversee daily operations, ensuring quality service while driving key performance indicators. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in high-end hospitality and experience in managing large, high-volume kitchens. This role offers the opportunity to innovate menus and lead a passionate team in a renowned dining environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in high-end hospitality.
• Demonstrated experience leading large, high volume kitchens.
• Ability to manage food quality and safety effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across multiple outlets.
• Ensure professional service and maintain production levels.
• Drive KPIs in margins, stock control, waste, and labour efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

KPI management

Menu innovation

Food quality maintenance

Job description

We are currently looking for a Senior Head Chef to manage a cluster of informal, casual dining outlets as part of our award-winning Restaurants and Kitchens team. Here at Harrods, we currently house more celebrity chefs, exclusive dining brands and unique food halls than any other location in the UK. As a Senior Head Chef, you will be joining a passionate and supportive dining team, all within our iconic Knightsbridge store.

About the Role

As Senior Head Chef, you’ll oversee daily kitchen operations across multiple outlets, ensuring smooth and professional service at all times. You’ll be responsible for setting daily production levels, maintaining food quality and safety, and managing a high-performing team. Your leadership will flex between coaching and directive, also building effective relationships across the wider business with Restaurants, Food Safety, Distribution and HR.

Driving key KPIs in margins, stock control, waste, and labour efficiency are integral to the role of Senior Head Chef, alongside leading menu innovation and delivering a world-class dining experience.

About You

You bring a proven track record in high-end hospitality, having led large, high volume kitchens. You’re as confident with business strategy as…