Head Chef

Head Chef - 48,000 + Great Tronc & Tips - Near Croydon Lead a talented kitchen team, enjoy fantastic benefits and take your career to the next level! Are you an experienced Head Chef looking for your next challenge in a characterful pub serving exceptional British food? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a kitchen team just outside Croydon, working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and delivering an outstanding dining experience in a unique setting. With a competitive salary, great tronc and tips, and excellent opportunities for career development, this role offers the chance to make your mark in a busy kitchen while building a rewarding future within hospitality. Why apply / What's in it for you? 48,000 salary plus great tronc and tips50% off bedrooms and meals across the groupFree meals on dutyDevelopment programmes and genuine career progression opportunitiesAccess to a benefits portal with thousands of lifestyle discountsWellbeing hub and Employee Assistance ProgrammeCompany pension schemeLearning and development platform to support your careerMonthly recognition and reward programmesFantastic team parties and social eventsKey Responsibilities As Head Chef, you'll take the lead in the kitchen, ensuring excellent food, smooth service and a positive working environment. Lead the kitchen during service, maintaining consistency, quality and efficiencyPlan and coordinate kitchen operations alongside senior managementCoach and develop your team, creating a positive and collaborative cultureEnsure full compliance with food safety, hygiene and allergen regulationsManage recruitment, training and the ongoing development of team membersControl costs and drive profitability through effective stock and menu managementBuild strong relationships between the kitchen, front of house and guestsMaintain high standards and performance during busy service periodsOversee food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently excellent qualityMonitor guest satisfaction while maintaining food quality and agreed cost targetsWhat we're looking for We're looking for a passionate Chef with strong leadership skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to bring out the best in their team. Experience working across all kitchen sections, including preparationConfidence opening and closing the kitchen safelyStrong organisational and communication skillsThe ability to support and develop junior chefs during preparation and serviceA good understanding of food costs, stock control and kitchen profitabilityA commitment to delivering outstanding food quality and guest satisfactionThe ability to build positive, professional relationships across the businessA proactive approach to maintaining high standards, even during busy servicesPrevious experience as a Senior Sous Chef or in a similar leadership role would be advantageousIf you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Head Chef in Croydon, this is an excellent opportunity to combine your passion for great food with the chance to lead, develop and inspire a kitchen team. Apply now! Job Number - 49204 / INDCHEFS Location - Croydon Role - Head Chef Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.