Head chef Work, Jobs in Streatham Sw16 (with Salaries)

Head Chef
Roots and Berries —London
- £15.90 - £16.90 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Casual dining restaurant
- Team management
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8d
Head Chef
Barrafina —London
- £71,179 - £78,297 a year
- Bar
- English
- Team management
- Annual leave
Hospitality & Core Feeding Head Chef - Westminster
Chartwells —London
- £46,800 a year
- Hospitality
- Inventory control
- Computer literacy
- Employee discount
Head Chef
Restaurant Associates —London
- £26.34 an hour
- Full-time
- Inventory control
- Cooking
- Cleaning
- Employee discount
Head Canape Chef
CH&CO —London
- £60,000 a year
- Hospitality
- Management
- Cooking
- Employee discount
Group Executive Head Chef - Reigate
Chartwells —Reigate
- £60,000 a year
- Hospitality
- Business development
- Continuous improvement
5d
Head Chef
Dog and Fox —London
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Employee discount
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Executive Chef
Restaurant Associates —Woking
- Up to £64,000 a year
- Overtime
- Hospitality
- Presentation skills
- Employee discount
Head Chef
CH&CO —London
- £51,500 a year
- Overtime
- Hospitality
- Management
- Training & development
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
21h
Head Chef
Rosa's Thai —London
- Up to £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Team management
- Training & development
- Restaurant
- Employee assistance programme
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Head Chef
Home Hospitality —London
- £50,000 - £58,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Management
- Restaurant
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6d
Head Chef
Aria Care —Kingston upon Thames
- £21.01 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Mentoring
8d
Kitchen Manager/Head Chef for Pub
Oh My Dog! —London
- £18 - £20 an hour
- Full-time
- Inventory control
- Customer service
- Team management
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Head Chef/Kitchen Manager
Elliot's Hackney —London
- From £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Team management
- Mentoring
- Employee discount
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Head Chef - Soho House, London
Soho House & Co. —London
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- Team management
- Quality control
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
KIBOU Restaurants —London
- Up to £49,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Recruiting
- Training & development
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee discount
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Hospitality Head Chef
Restaurant Associates —London
- £50,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Hospitality
- Team management
- Leadership
- Employee discount
Head Chef
BaxterStorey UK —London
- Up to £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Mentoring
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Head Chef, Hospitality - Mon-Fri
Lexington Catering —London
- £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Cooking
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Head Chef
Care UK —Horley
- £21.38 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Inventory control
- Training & development
- Annual leave
- Employee discount

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Head Chef

Roots and Berries -
London

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Job details

Full-time
£15.90 - £16.90 an hour
8 days ago

Benefits

Discounted or free food

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
Cost management
Hospitality
Kitchen staff training and mentoring
Café experience
Food service team management
Stock ordering
Coaching
Mentoring junior staff
Cost control
Performance management
Food safety and hygiene regulations
Menu planning
Seasonal menu design
Food waste reduction
Kitchen cost control
HACCP
Team management
Food safety record keeping
Meal preparation
Kitchen team management
Recruiting
Product rotation
Cleaning
Kitchen inventory control
Specials menu development
Training & development
Chef experience
Kitchen stock ordering
Food safety
Stock coordination
Leadership
Communication skills
Professional kitchen experience
Stock rotation
Rota coordination

Full job description

Head Chef – The Rookery Cafe Streatham Common

Job Overview

Roots & Berries is a family-run café group located in some of London’s most beautiful parks and heritage locations, creating welcoming spaces where the community can enjoy freshly prepared food, great coffee, and relaxed hospitality.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and highly organised Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at Rookery Cafe. This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who enjoys working with fresh, seasonal ingredients, thrives in a busy café environment, and takes pride in delivering consistently high standards of food and service.

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the day-to-day kitchen operation, working closely with the Café Manager and Operations Team to ensure exceptional food quality, strong financial performance, and an engaged, motivated kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Leadership & Operations

Lead and manage all day-to-day kitchen operations
Ensure smooth and efficient service during breakfast, brunch, lunch, and event periods
Organise and oversee kitchen rotas, staffing levels, and labour costs
Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation
Work closely with the Café Manager to drive operational excellence
Support the wider business by implementing company procedures and standards

Food Preparation & Service

Prepare and oversee the production of all menu items to Roots & Berries standards
Ensure efficient mise en place and service preparation
Manage busy service periods while maintaining quality and consistency
Develop and contribute to seasonal menus, specials, and new product launches
Ensure all dishes are delivered to specification and presentation standards

Stock Management & Cost Control

Manage ordering and supplier relationships in line with company procedures
Maintain accurate stock control and inventory management
Monitor food costs, waste levels, and gross profit performance
Ensure effective stock rotation and minimise wastage
Receive and manage deliveries, ensuring quality and accuracy

Quality, Compliance & Food Safety

Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP procedures
Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
Ensure all equipment is correctly maintained and reported when necessary
Conduct regular food safety checks and maintain accurate records
Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies

Team Management & Development

Recruit, train, and develop kitchen team members
Lead by example and create a positive, professional kitchen culture
Conduct training, coaching, and performance management where required
Support the development of junior chefs and kitchen assistants
Foster strong communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams

Business Performance

Support the achievement of labour, food cost, and profitability targets
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and operational performance
Contribute ideas for menu development and business growth
Ensure company standards are consistently delivered across all areas of the kitchen

Requirements

Experience

Previous experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager
Experience in high-volume cafés, brunch venues, or casual dining environments
Proven track record of managing kitchen teams and operations
Experience with stock control, ordering, and food cost management
Strong understanding of kitchen financial performance and GP targets

Skills

Excellent leadership and people management skills
Strong organisational and planning abilities
Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Excellent knowledge of food safety and HACCP procedures
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Good understanding of stock control and labour management

Personal Qualities

Passionate about fresh, seasonal food and quality-driven hospitality
Positive, hands-on leadership style
Reliable, proactive, and highly organised
Strong attention to detail
Commercially aware with a focus on business performance
Friendly, supportive, and committed to developing others
Flexible approach with a willingness to support the wider business when required

What We Offer

Competitive salary
Daytime-focused operation with a healthy work-life balance
Opportunities for career progression within a growing hospitality group
Staff food and drinks while on shift
Training and development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working environment
The opportunity to lead a kitchen in one of London’s most beautiful park locations

Join Roots & Berries and play a key role in delivering exceptional food and hospitality at The Tea House, Bishop’s Park.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Discounted or free food

Work Location: In person

Pay: £15.90-£16.90 per hour

Work Location: In person

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