Head Chef
New Yesterday
North London
to recruit an experienced
Head Chef
to lead their kitchen operation. Our client is a busy, quality-driven restaurant with a strong local following, known for bold flavours, live-fire cooking, and a menu built around expertly smoked meats and vibrant accompaniments. This is an exciting opportunity for a Head Chef who thrives in hands-on environments and takes real pride in consistency, flavour, and team leadership. The Role
As Head Chef, you will have full responsibility for the kitchen, overseeing everything from food quality and menu execution to team development and stock control. You will be expected to lead from the front, maintain high standards under pressure, and help evolve the menu while respecting the restaurants core identity. Key Responsibilities
Full day-to-day management of the kitchen
Leading, training, and motivating the kitchen team
Ensuring consistent food quality and presentation
Menu development and seasonal specials
Managing food costs, GP, ordering, and stock control
Maintaining all health, safety, and hygiene standards
Working closely with ownership to support the growth of the business
The Ideal Candidate
Proven experience as a
Head Chef
or strong
Senior Sous Chef
ready to step up
Background in high-volume, fresh-food kitchens
Experience with BBQ, smokehouse, grill, or live-fire cooking is highly desirable
Strong leadership and organisational skills
Calm, focused, and hands-on approach
Passion for bold flavours and well-executed comfort food
Whats on Offer
Competitive salary package
A stable, established business with a loyal customer base
Creative input and genuine autonomy in the kitchen
Supportive ownership and long-term career potential
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Change Hospitality is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we strive to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to deliver excellence.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- PartTime
