Operations Chef

Operations Chef / Executive Chef
London Pub Group
£65,000 + Bonus

We are working with a fantastic pub group in London that is looking for an Operations Chef / Executive Chef to support a portfolio of around 10 sites across the capital.

This is a hands-on operational role, working as part of a wider group chef team.

The sites range from well-run branded pubs through to more food-led neighbourhood destinations, so the right person will need to be adaptable, organised and comfortable working across different styles of operation.

This role is not purely about menu creation.

The key focus is on standards, systems, consistency and performance.

You will support sites with:

Kitchen systems and operational structureSpeed of service and service flowFood quality and consistencyLabour, GP and kitchen cost controlsTeam training and chef developmentKitchen audits and complianceImproving underperforming sitesSupporting openings, changes and relaunchesHelping kitchens hit targets without losing quality

The ideal candidate will come from a quality branded restaurant group, premium pub group, gastro pub business or a similar multi-site fresh food background.

You will need to understand how to implement systems that chefs actually follow.

You will also need to be confident walking into a kitchen, identifying what needs fixing and helping the team move forward.

A fresh food background is essential.

You must be based in London, as this role requires regular travel across your area and the ability to mobilise quickly when sites need support.

This role would suit someone who enjoys being out in the business, working with chefs, improving standards and making a visible impact across multiple sites.

What we are looking for:

Multi-site chef experience, ideally across pubs, restaurants or fresh food brandsStrong understanding of kitchen systems and controlsExperience improving speed of service and kitchen performanceA calm, credible and hands-on leadership styleGood commercial understanding around GP, labour and stockStrong training and coaching abilityFresh food experienceLondon based and you MUST have multi experience

Salary: £65,000 + bonus

A great opportunity for an experienced Operations Chef, Executive Chef or Senior Group Chef who wants to join a strong London pub group with real variety across the estate.