Head Chef – Private Members’ Club

London | £65,000 + Service Charge

Monday to Friday | 37.5 Hours | British Produce | Full Menu Control

Looking for a Head Chef role where the hours actually work for you?

This is a great opportunity to take the lead at a prestigious private members’ club in London, with a genuine Monday to Friday working week and just 37.5 hours.

The food is a big part of the club’s offering, with a strong focus on British produce, seasonal cooking and quality. You’ll have full control of the menus and the freedom to put your own stamp on the food.

The Club

A beautifully established private members’ club overlooking the River Thames, with a loyal membership and a strong reputation.

• 80-cover restaurant
• 56 bedrooms
• 4 event spaces
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• British produce and seasonal British cuisine
• 2 Rosette-level food operation
• Monday to Friday
• 37.5 hours per week
• Closed for major holidays, including part of Christmas

The Role

You’ll lead a team of 12 chefs and take genuine ownership of the kitchen.

This is not a role where you’ll be tied up with endless service. You’ll have the time and space to focus on the food, your team and the wider operation.

You’ll:

• Create and develop seasonal British menus
• Have full control over the food offering
• Lead, mentor and develop the kitchen team
• Maintain 2 Rosette-level standards
• Manage GP, labour and compliance
• Drive consistency and quality
• Maintain strong food safety and EHO standards
• Work closely with the Chief Executive
• Sit on the senior leadership team
• Contribute a quarterly feature to the club journal

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll be an experienced Head Chef with a strong background in British cooking and quality-led kitchens.

You’ll ideally have worked in a high-end restaurant, hotel, private members’ club or fine dining environment.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has strong British cuisine and produce knowledge
• Has proven Head Chef experience
• Can lead and develop an established team
• Understands the commercial side of running a kitchen
• Takes pride in food quality and standards
• Is organised, approachable and a good communicator
• Is comfortable working with senior stakeholders

Private members’ club experience is desirable but not essential.

What’s on Offer

• £65,000 + service charge
• Monday to Friday
• 37.5 hours per week
• Full menu control and creative freedom
• Strong British produce focus
• Established team of 12 chefs
• 2 Rosette-level food operation
• Direct access to the Chief Executive
• Senior leadership team position
• Medical cashback and GP benefits
• Leisure discounts
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Increased holiday entitlement with long service
• Free meals on duty
• Team member discounts
• Hospitality Action EAP
• Season ticket loan
• Company sick pay

If you’re a Head Chef who wants great produce, creative control and a genuine Monday to Friday working week, this is one to take seriously.

Send your CV to apply.