Head Chef - Private Members' Club

Head Chef – Private Members’ Club

London | £65,000 + Service Charge

Monday to Friday | 37.5 Hours | British Produce | Full Menu Control

Looking for a Head Chef role where the hours actually work for you?

This is a great opportunity to take the lead at a prestigious private members’ club in London, with a genuine Monday to Friday working week and just 37.5 hours.

The food is a big part of the club’s offering, with a strong focus on British produce, seasonal cooking and quality. You’ll have full control of the menus and the freedom to put your own stamp on the food.

The Club

A beautifully established private members’ club overlooking the River Thames, with a loyal membership and a strong reputation.

80-cover restaurant56 bedrooms4 event spacesBreakfast, lunch and dinnerBritish produce and seasonal British cuisine2 Rosette-level food operationMonday to Friday37.5 hours per weekClosed for major holidays, including part of Christmas

The Role

You’ll lead a team of 12 chefs and take genuine ownership of the kitchen.

This is not a role where you’ll be tied up with endless service. You’ll have the time and space to focus on the food, your team and the wider operation.

You’ll:

Create and develop seasonal British menusHave full control over the food offeringLead, mentor and develop the kitchen teamMaintain 2 Rosette-level standardsManage GP, labour and complianceDrive consistency and qualityMaintain strong food safety and EHO standardsWork closely with the Chief ExecutiveSit on the senior leadership teamContribute a quarterly feature to the club journal

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll be an experienced Head Chef with a strong background in British cooking and quality-led kitchens.

You’ll ideally have worked in a high-end restaurant, hotel, private members’ club or fine dining environment.

We’re looking for someone who:

Has strong British cuisine and produce knowledgeHas proven Head Chef experienceCan lead and develop an established teamUnderstands the commercial side of running a kitchenTakes pride in food quality and standardsIs organised, approachable and a good communicatorIs comfortable working with senior stakeholders

Private members’ club experience is desirable but not essential.

What’s on Offer

£65,000 + service chargeMonday to Friday37.5 hours per weekFull menu control and creative freedomStrong British produce focusEstablished team of 12 chefs2 Rosette-level food operationDirect access to the Chief ExecutiveSenior leadership team positionMedical cashback and GP benefitsLeisure discountsEnhanced pension contributionIncreased holiday entitlement with long serviceFree meals on dutyTeam member discountsHospitality Action EAPSeason ticket loanCompany sick pay

If you’re a Head Chef who wants great produce, creative control and a genuine Monday to Friday working week, this is one to take seriously.

Send your CV to apply.