Head Chef Gastro Pub Central london

Head Chef

Central London

Salary £50,000–£55,000 plus tronc

 About the role

 We are seeking a talented Head Chef to lead a fresh food kitchen in a stylish, intimate pub setting.

 You will take charge of a small team in a cosy environment where quality and atmosphere matter.

 The food offering includes set menus alongside daily specials. The venue is known for British seasonal dishes and classic pub fare elevated with care and attention.

 What you will do

Lead and inspire a compact kitchen team, creating a calm, productive environmentDevelop, cost and deliver set menus and chef specials using fresh, seasonal produceManage kitchen financials including food cost, waste, labour cost and supplier relationshipsTake ownership of menu costing and ensure profitability while maintaining high standardDrive people management through training, mentoring, performance and rosteringEnsure consistency, quality and timing across serviceUphold and elevate a gastro pub standard of food in a relaxed but well organised setting

 Who you are

You have proven experience as a Head Chef in a gastropub or high quality pub or restaurantYou are confident managing both company set menus and a specials boardYou are skilled at menu costing, kitchen financials and cost controlYou are a strong people leader who can build a positive kitchen cultureYou enjoy working in a small team where your leadership and hands on skills matterYou have a passion for fresh, British led seasonal cooking and delivering excellent food in an accessible setting

 Why this is a great opportunity

Central London location in a well-established pub with a strong reputation for quality cuisine and a welcoming atmosphereLeadership role with autonomy and the chance to shape the kitchenCompetitive salary plus troncOpportunity to join a growing company with future progression

 If you are ready to take the lead in a high quality but relaxed pub kitchen, working with fresh food, managing the numbers and inspiring a small team, we would like to hear from you.

 NO SPONSORSHIP IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE