Head Chef

PINS Social Club are hiring!!

HEAD CHEF

Lead the Kitchen. Inspire the Team. Deliver Exceptional Food.

Salary: upto £35k p/a

Hours: Full-time | 45 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

We are looking for an ambitious, passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of our restaurant kitchen.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef who takes pride in delivering high-quality food, exceptional standards and an outstanding guest experience.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen operation, leading and developing your team while ensuring consistently high standards across food quality, presentation, service and hygiene.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team.
• Ensuring consistent food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Managing food costs, GP and kitchen budgets.
• Controlling stock, ordering and reducing food waste.
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standard.
• Recruiting, training and developing kitchen team member.
• Managing kitchen rotas and staffing levels.
• Working closely with the General Manager and front-of-house team.
• Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently during busy service.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and professional kitchen environment

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior kitchen manager.
• Is passionate about food and hospitality.
• Has strong leadership and communication skills.
• Can remain calm and organised under pressure.
• Understands food cost, GP and kitchen controls.
• Has excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene.
• Takes pride in developing and supporting their team.
• Has a strong eye for detail and consistently high standards.
• Is commercially aware and understands the importance of delivering a profitable kitchen.
• Leads by example.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Employee discount.
• A supportive and professional working environment.

Join Our Team

If you’re a passionate Head Chef who thrives in a busy restaurant environment and wants the opportunity to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV to [email protected] and tell us why you’re the right person to lead our kitchen.

Pay: Up to £35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person