Head Chef

1 month ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Archie's Herne Hill Full time

Head Chef required to build a new restaurant team and run a Latin American style menu in a brand new, high-specification kitchen


Head Chef, £47,000 to £52,000 per annum

Site: Herne Hill, London SE24

New Opening: September 2024

Covers: 75 -100 cover site

Opening times: Tue: 8am-6pm(Kitchen: all day)

Wed-Thu: 8am to 1030pm (Kitchen: all day)

Fri-Saturday: 8am to 1130pm (Kitchen: all day)

Sunday - 9am -5pm (Kitchen: all day)

Events: 1-4 / month


We are in the process of opening a second neighbourhood restaurant, bar and event space in Herne Hill and we are looking for a Head Chef who wants to work in a fun environment with an open plan kitchen, leading a team built by you. The concept is all day dining, with brunch and lunch for 6 days / week, plus dinner for 4 nights a week.


Our Head Chef will work in a brand new kitchen, and spend 2 weeks training a new team on the menu before opening. Once open, our Head Chef will be needed to run the service, keep the kitchen well-organised, assist with menu development and keep the team motivated and working together in a fun and busy environment.

Our passion for food, design and music is reflected in our seasonal, quality ingredients; colourful, plant-filled interiors and lovingly-curated playlists. This place is going to BUZZ


We are looking for a Head Chef who communicates well and can build, nurture and develop a new team. This Head Chef role has lots of opportunity to create and innovate, working with different menus for our events and most importantly directly with both Company Owners as we grow, adapt, change and develop. You will be a part of that.


Role Description


This is a full-time Head Chef role located in the London Area, United Kingdom. As a Head Chef at Archie's Herne Hill, you will be responsible for overseeing the kitchen operations and managing a team of chefs. Your day-to-day tasks will include menu planning, food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, ensuring quality and consistency in dishes, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards. This is an on-site role.


Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role in a busy kitchen
  • Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques
  • Ability to create and execute creative and innovative menus
  • Excellent understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of quality
  • Ability to manage and motivate a team of chefs
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
  • Valid food handling certifications


Note: Please ensure that your qualifications and experience align with the requirements of this role.


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