Executive Head Chef
Heritage Kitchen & Bar
Locations: Hounslow & Slough
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)
About Heritage Kitchen & Bar
Heritage Kitchen & Bar is an established and growing Afro-Caribbean restaurant, recognised for authentic flavours, quality ingredients and exceptional customer service.
We are looking for an experienced Executive Head Chef to lead the culinary direction of our growing hospitality business. This is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing kitchen operations across multiple locations, while leading our catering, festivals and event operations.
We are looking for an exceptional chef with strong leadership skills, commercial awareness and a passion for delivering outstanding food on every occasion.
The Role
As Executive Head Chef, you will work closely with the Directors to maintain the Heritage standard across all areas of the business and support future growth.
This is a unique opportunity to become the culinary leader of a growing hospitality brand with ambitions beyond traditional restaurant dining, including festivals, large-scale catering, private events, outdoor BBQs and future expansion.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all kitchen operations across Heritage Kitchen & Bar.
Support and manage Head Chefs and kitchen teams.
Maintain consistency, quality and presentation across all sites.
Lead all catering operations, including private events, festivals, outdoor events, BBQs and corporate functions.
Develop menus and seasonal specials.
Monitor food costs, stock control and gross profit margins.
Build efficient kitchen systems and procedures.
Ensure compliance with all food safety and health & safety legislation.
Source quality ingredients and maintain supplier relationships.
Assist with planning for future restaurant openings and business expansion.
Drive innovation while protecting the authenticity of Heritage's cuisine.
Essential Requirements
Proven experience as an Executive Head Chef or in a senior multi-site Head Chef role.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Experience managing high-volume kitchens.
Experience delivering catering for festivals, outdoor events and large functions.
Excellent knowledge of food costing, stock control and kitchen operations.
Strong organisational and planning skills.
Ability to remain calm under pressure.
Passion for delivering exceptional food and customer experiences.
Desirable
Experience in West African and Caribbean cuisine.
Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate.
Experience managing multiple kitchen teams.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a leader who:
Inspires excellence.
Leads by example.
Takes ownership.
Maintains exceptionally high standards.
Thinks commercially as well as creatively.
Has excellent attention to detail.
Wants to help shape the future of Heritage Kitchen & Bar.
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience.
Full-time, permanent position.
Opportunity to lead the culinary direction of a growing hospitality brand.
A professional, supportive and ambitious working environment.
The chance to play a key role in the continued growth of Heritage Kitchen & Bar.
If you are an experienced Executive Head Chef with the leadership, passion and vision to take our kitchens, catering and events to the next level, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.
Pay: £39,000.00-£49,240.33 per year
Work Location: On the road
