Head Chef - Creative Bar-Led Venue | A£45K + Bonus | Clapham
Stabilise, innovate, and grow with a thriving London group - where work-life balance meets creative potential.
Job Role: Head Chef
Cuisine: Seasonal brunch & dinner (pizza oven focus)
Location: Southwest London
We're partnering with a vibrant bar-led group to find a hands-on Head Chef to stabilise their kitchen, then elevate their food offering. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in small teams and wants to grow with an expanding brand.
The Venue:
* High-energy bar/restaurant with private dining
* Evenings only (last orders 9:30pm) + busy Saturday brunch (A£3K gross)
* Sundays 10am-6pm (admin day), Mondays & Tuesdays off
* 40-45 hours max - no burnout culture
The Ideal Head Chef:
* 100% hands-on - must work every service
* Organised, stock-savvy, and able to improve food sales incrementally
* Experience in bar-led venues or high-volume kitchens
* Can execute existing menus for 6 months before creative collaboration
Why Apply?
* A£45K + A£3K bonus (food margin & labour targets)
* Clear path to group role (2 new venues in 2025)
* Structured rota & work-life balance
Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com
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