Head Chef

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a Head Chef at an independent gastro pub in South Harrow, London, offering a salary of £45,000 plus bonuses and live-in accommodation. The successful candidate will lead a skilled kitchen team, focusing on fresh, seasonal dishes while managing kitchen operations and ensuring high hygiene standards. Experience in high-volume cooking and event catering is desirable, along with a passion for culinary excellence and team leadership. The role includes benefits such as meals on duty, a supportive environment, and opportunities for career progression within a growing group.

Head Chef Gastro Pub South Harrow, London £45,000 + Bonus + Live-In Option

Location: South Harrow, London

Salary: £45,000 per year (Base + Tronc) + Bonus

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Live-In: Available (not included in salary)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and driven Head Chef to join our fantastic independent gastro pub in South Harrow, London.

Were proud to serve fresh, seasonal food with a focus on quality, creativity, and consistency. Our pub features a wood-fired pizza oven in our garden experience with this is a bonus, not essential. We also cater for events and private functions, so experience in volume cooking and managing multiple service types is highly desirable.

The Role:

• Lead and inspire a small but skilled kitchen team
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of fresh, seasonal dishes
• Take ownership of kitchen performance, cost controls, and hygiene standards
• Drive revenue through menu innovation and high standards
• Manage kitchen operations during events and peak trading periods
• Support recruitment, training, and team development

What Were Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready for a step up
• Strong knowledge of seasonal British ingredients
• Experience in high-volume pub kitchens and event catering
• Passion for great food, team leadership, and customer satisfaction
• Flexibility, creativity, and a hands-on approach
• Experience with a pizza oven is a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive salary: £45,000 per year (base + tronc)
• Bonus scheme based on performance
• Live-in accommodation available (separate from salary)
• Uniform provided
• Meals on duty
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Annual staff party and company events
• Opportunities for progression within a growing independent group

If youre a passionate chef ready to take the lead in a busy, well-loved gastro pub with a great local reputation, wed love to hear from you.

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