Head Chef – 1864 Rooftop Bar and Kitchen

We are looking for a talented and ambitious chef ready for a change or to take the next step into their first Head Chef position.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about food eager to lead a team and looking to develop their career within a supportive and growing hospitality business. You wont be doing it alone the successful candidate will be supported by an experienced network of senior and Executive Chefs from across the wider Benugo business.

As Head Chef you will take ownership of the day-to-day kitchen operation driving standards developing the team and helping shape the food offering at 1864 Rooftop Bar and Kitchen.

We Offer:

• Rate: 36000 - 38000 per annum (depending on experience) very generous Tronc
• Shifts: Any 5 days out of 7
• Contract: Full Time/ Permanent
• Excellent support and mentoring from senior and Executive Chefs
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within Benugo
• Staff meals and company discounts
• A fantastic central London rooftop working environment
• The opportunity to make your mark in a well-loved destination venue

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the kitchen team during daily service and events
• Deliver consistently high standards of food quality and presentation
• Support seasonal menu development and specials
• Manage stock ordering GP and kitchen labour controls
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health & safety standards
• Recruit train and develop junior chefs
• Work collaboratively with the wider operations and senior chef teams
• Help build a positive professional and energetic kitchen culture

About You

• Currently working as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fresh-food environment
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach
• Passionate about quality food and hospitality
• Organised calm under pressure and commercially aware
• Keen to learn develop and grow within a larger business
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen compliance

Additional Information :

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift
•  Free tea and coffee at any Benugo location
• A monthly allowance to use at any Benugo location
• Competitive rate
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave pay for when your family is growing
• Company sick leave
• Company annual leave
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Perkbox app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders

If this sounds like the role for you apply now!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time