Head Chef
The Alfred Tennyson, Belgravia
Part of the Cubitt House Group
About Us
The Alfred Tennyson is one of Belgravia’s most loved pubs — a refined, welcoming space known for its exceptional produce, warm hospitality and understated elegance.
As part of the Cubitt House group, we are passionate about creating neighbourhood restaurants where food, people and atmosphere come together seamlessly. Our kitchens are driven by seasonality, simplicity and quality, working closely with some of the UK’s best producers.
The Role
We are looking for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at The Alfred Tennyson.
This is an opportunity for a chef who wants to run a high-quality, produce-led kitchen within a supportive group — someone who values both creativity and consistency, and who takes pride in developing a strong, happy team.
You will have full ownership of the kitchen, working closely with the Group Executive Chef to shape menus, maintain standards and drive performance.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading and inspiring the kitchen team day-to-day
* Delivering consistently high standards across all services
* Creating seasonal, ingredient-led menus in line with the Cubitt House style
* Managing food GP, stock and kitchen costs effectively
* Building, mentoring and developing your team
* Maintaining a calm, organised and positive kitchen environment
* Ensuring all food safety, hygiene and compliance standards are met
What We’re Looking For
* A proven Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
* Experience in fresh, seasonal, high-quality kitchens
* A genuine passion for British produce and simple, well-executed food
* Strong leadership and people management skills
* Commercial awareness and ability to manage costs
* Someone who leads with energy, care and professionalism
Why Join Cubitt House
* The opportunity to run a beautiful, established Belgravia site
* Creative input into menus and seasonal direction
* A supportive senior team and collaborative culture
* Real focus on quality over volume
* Career progression across a respected London group
The Details
* Competitive salary + bonus
* Staff food on shift
* Training and development opportunities
* Discounts across the group
* Private Healthcare
* Perkbox
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If you’re a chef who cares deeply about food, team and hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.