Head Chef
Heritage Kitchen & Bar
Location: Hounslow or Slough
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)
About Heritage Kitchen & Bar
Heritage Kitchen & Bar is an established Afro-Caribbean restaurant renowned for authentic flavours, quality ingredients and exceptional customer service.
We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of one of our kitchens. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is passionate about delivering exceptional food, leading a professional kitchen team and maintaining consistently high standards.
This is not a training position. We are looking for an experienced chef who can confidently lead a busy kitchen from day one.
The Role
As Head Chef, you will oversee the daily operation of your assigned kitchen, ensuring every dish is prepared and presented to the highest standard.
Working closely with the Executive Chef and Directors, you will play a key role in maintaining the Heritage brand by delivering consistency, efficiency and an outstanding dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
Lead, motivate and organise the kitchen team.
Ensure every dish is prepared and presented to Heritage standards.
Maintain consistency across the menu.
Manage stock ordering, stock control and minimise waste.
Monitor food costs and maintain strong gross profit margins.
Ensure food is served quickly without compromising quality.
Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards.
Keep the kitchen clean, organised and fully operational at all times.
Work closely with the Executive Chef to maintain quality and improve operations.
Essential Requirements
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
Strong leadership and organisational skills.
Experience managing a busy, high-volume kitchen.
Excellent knowledge of stock control, food costing and kitchen operations.
Ability to remain calm and organised under pressure.
High standards of cleanliness and attention to detail.
Reliable, professional and passionate about food.
Desirable
Experience preparing Afro-Caribbean cuisine.
Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate.
Experience with high-volume service.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
Leads by example.
Takes pride in every plate served.
Has exceptional attention to detail.
Maintains high standards every day.
Works well under pressure.
Is reliable, professional and committed to excellence.
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience.
Full-time, permanent position.
Opportunity to work within an established and growing hospitality business.
A professional and supportive working environment where high standards are valued.
If you are an experienced Head Chef who is passionate about quality, leadership and delivering exceptional food, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.
Pay: £27,523.76-£34,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
