The Role: Group Operation Chef

The Location: London Based - Oversight of All Evolv Collection Locations

The Salary: Competitive Salary

Why work for us:

Our industry leading benefits have you covered!

• Senior Management benefits: These include a bonus scheme, private medical and enhanced pension
• Industry leading pay: We value your expertise and dedication.
• Dine with style: Enjoy a lavish 50% discount at all our restaurants, all day, every day.
• Financial freedom: Take control of your finances with Stream – track your earnings in real time, access up to 40% of your pay instantly and save directly from your salary.
• Wellness support: Your wellbeing matters to us! Benefit from a confidential Employee Assistance Program with a 24/7 helpline and 6 complimentary sessions with a trained counsellor.
• Total Wellbeing Package: Embrace a holistic approach to health with WeCare – offering UK based online GP appointments, mental health counselling, fitness programs, legal and financial guidance and more!
• Nourish your body: We offer healthy and nutritious meals whilst on shift.
• Recognition and Reward for a job well done: Shine bright with our Employee of the Month scheme, Long Service Awards and numerous group incentives. You may even earn a place at our yearly employee awards night!
• Grow with us: You will have access to some of the best training our industry has to offer. You will have access to our training platform, Evolv Edge which is packed with resources to nurture your skills and knowledge.
• Get some rest: Your holiday allowance increases with length of service.
• Make a difference: Give back to the community with an optional paid day each year for volunteering efforts.

Who we are:

The Evolv Collection is a pioneering, premium hospitality group, founded by Sir Terence Conran in 1991. Our portfolio includes some of the most iconic restaurants in modern history, located in London, Birmingham, Manchester, and New York. Each brand in our collection reflects a distinctive heritage, character, and ambience. By investing in our people and striving for excellence, we are passionate about delivering outstanding guest experiences.

A bit about what you will be doing:

The Operations Chef plays a key role in supporting the operational performance of multiple restaurants across the group. This role focuses on driving food quality, kitchen standards, team capability and financial performance across assigned sites. Weekend and evening work would be essential for this position. Working closely with Head Chefs, Sous Chefs and the Back of House Operations Director, the Operations Chef ensures kitchens consistently deliver:

• Exceptional food quality
• Consistent brand standards
• Strong cost control
• Safe and compliant kitchens
• High performing and engaged kitchen teams

This is a hands-on operational role, requiring regular presence in restaurants during service to coach teams, observe standards and support operational delivery.

Key Requirements:

Food Quality & Brand Standards

• Ensure food quality, consistency and presentation meet brand standards across all allocated restaurants

Financial & Cost Control

• Monitor kitchen financial performance across allocated sites. Plus support Senior Brand Chefs and Head Chefs in managing Cost of Sales, labour budgets and kitchen profitability

Kitchen Performance & Operational Excellence

• Support Senior Brand Chefs and Head Chefs in delivering efficient kitchen operations, strong service execution and food costs

Inventory & Waste Management

• Monitor stock levels and support kitchens with effective inventory management. Conducting food waste and stock audits to identify improvement opportunities

Team Development & Capability

• Coach and mentor Senior Brand Chefs and Head Chefs to strengthen kitchen leadership capability

Talent & Succession

• Identify high-potential individuals within kitchen teams
• Support succession planning for Head/Senior Chef positions and provide insight into team capability and development needs across the group

People, Wellbeing & Engagement

• Support the creation of positive kitchen cultures across all allocated sites. Conduct regular check-ins with team members to understand morale, engagement and wellbeing.

Operational Engagement

• Visit London-based restaurants at least every two weeks and regional sites monthly and attend Head Chef and Sous Chef meetings to contribute operational insight

At The Evolv Collection, we celebrate diversity in all its forms. We embrace and support individuals from every background, culture, and identity. Join our team where everyone is welcomed, valued, and empowered to thrive.