Experienced Kitchen Manager / Head Chef – £40k + Tronc (Immediate star)
Location-East London
Permanent- 45 Hours
Are you a passionate and experienced kitchen leader ready to take the helm of a high-energy, fast-paced kitchen? We're looking for a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to oversee a talented team of 7 chefs in a kitchen where 90% of our food is cooked fresh daily .
This is not just any kitchen – we serve up delicious dishes, free pizzas, and platters, delighting our customers every day. You will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection, presented beautifully, and served safely.
What you'll do:
Lead, inspire, and motivate a team of chefs through high-volume, fast-paced service.
Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop traditional menus that excite and satisfy our customers.
Work alongside the Assistant Kitchen Manager on stock control, wastage management, hiring, training, rotas, and budgets .
Ensure full compliance with health & safety and hygiene standards .
Keep the kitchen running smoothly during high-pressure services and busy events, maintaining quality and efficiency.
Who we're looking for:
Experienced Head Chef or Kitchen Manager with a proven track record managing large-scale operations.
Someone who cares deeply about food quality, presentation, and team morale .
A natural leader who thrives in a busy, high-volume environment .
Flexible, hands-on, and ready for a 7-day operation with a mix of passing trade and events.
What we offer:
£40,000+ Tronc
The chance to lead a dynamic, motivated kitchen team
Opportunities to influence menus and kitchen operations
Work in a vibrant, high-volume environment where your skills and leadership truly matter
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