Head Chef

Head Chef - The Black Dog

We’re looking for a talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen at this well-regarded, independent, Gastropub in South West London, known for its seasonal, ingredient-led menus.

This is a great opportunity for a creative Head Chef to take full control of the food offer, delivering fresh, seasonal and innovative dishes while maintaining strong standards and consistency in a busy, quality-driven environment.

Head Chef Independent Gastropub - Vauxhall

The Role:
• Full responsibility for kitchen operations and team leadership
• Creating and delivering seasonal, menu-led dishes
• Managing GP, stock control, and kitchen performance
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Training and developing a small, dedicated kitchen team

The Ideal Candidate:
• Current Head Chef or strong Sous ready to step up
• Experience in 2 AA Rosette or equivalent would be great
• Passion for seasonal, British produce and menu creativity
• Experience in fresh food, gastropub, or similar environments
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Commercially aware with a good understanding of kitchen financials

 If you’re a Head Chef who thrives on creativity and wants real autonomy in a respected local venue, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer (a work in progress):

• Full induction and tailored onboarding
• Strong opportunities for promotion and personal development
• Competitive pay structure
• Meals on duty and staff drinks
• Discounts on meat and alcohol from our trusted suppliers
• Staff discount across all venues in our group