Head of Editorial

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsBefore applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.Direct message the job poster from The Staff CanteenThe Staff Canteen — UK’s Leading Digital Hospitality Platform Full-time senior leadership roleAbout The Staff CanteenThe Staff Canteen (TSC) is the UK’s most influential digital platform for chefs, FOH professionals and hospitality leaders. We champion the industry through high-quality editorial, community-first storytelling, rich video content, events, and industry partnerships.With a chef community of 500,000+, a high-growth YouTube channel, national event series, and deep industry trust — TSC is uniquely positioned at the heart of hospitality.We are now hiring a Head of Editorial & Community to lead our voice, shape our content, grow our platforms and represent TSC across the industry.The RoleAs Head of Editorial & Community, you will:Own TSC’s editorial vision and long-term content strategyOversee news, features, interviews, insights and recipe contentEnsure accuracy, tone, quality and community alignmentDeliver major editorial cycles including Michelin, seasonal peaks and TSC AwardsDrive Digital PerformanceLead SEO strategy (keywords, clusters, evergreen content)Own performance analytics across:GA4, YouTube Studio, META Insights, TikTok & LinkedIn AnalyticsUse data to drive audience growth, engagement and decision-makingGuide editorial direction for YouTube and video contentChampion the Chef & FOH CommunityRepresent TSC at Chef Series, FOH Series, networking lunches and industry eventsBuild relationships with chefs, operators, PRs and suppliersEnsure TSC’s content authentically reflects the industryLead, Motivate & Grow the Editorial TeamSet clear standards, workflows and KPIsDevelop and coach writers, editors and social/video staffBuild a culture of performance, creativity and accountabilityCollaborate with Partnerships (Editorially)Support commercial content with strong editorial integrityEnhance sponsor value through credible, community-first storytellingWho We’re Looking ForA confident, credible senior editorial leader who is:Digital-first with strong SEO & analytics expertiseSkilled in multi-platform content (web, social, video)Comfortable directing video narratives (not hands-on production)A natural leader who motivates teams and builds successful culturesA strong writer/editor with excellent judgementExperienced in content performance, growth and optimisationEngaged with chef culture and the wider hospitality industryComfortable being a public-facing ambassador for TSCWhy Join TSC?Lead one of the UK’s most respected hospitality platformsShape the future xpwpeyx of industry storytellingPlay a senior role across editorial, video, community and eventsEngage with the UK’s top chefs, operators and emerging talentBuild a modern, high-performing editorial teamInfluence a platform with real impact across hospitality Apply via LinkedIn or email Confidential conversations welcome.Seniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionMarketing and SalesIndustriesHospitalityReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Staff Canteen by 2xWinchester, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoSouthampton, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoPorton, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.