We’re looking for an experienced and commercially focused Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a new Green & Fortune contract on London’s Southbank, just north of Southwark Bridge.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving culinary performance across corporate hospitality and events within a premium business and industry environment. As part of an exciting new opening, this role offers the opportunity to shape the food offering, build a strong kitchen culture, and lead a small and talented team from the very beginning. Working closely with the General Manager and wider leadership team, you will play a key role in establishing an exceptional hospitality operation known for its strong food ethos and premium event delivery.
Kitchen Operations
- Lead the day-to-day kitchen operation, ensuring smooth coordination across all back‑of‑house areas and service periods.
- Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and service readiness across hospitality and event menus.
- Oversee kitchen organisation, equipment, food production areas, and storage spaces to ensure cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency.
- Drive menu development and recipe standardisation, ensuring dishes are commercially viable, well executed, and aligned with the Green & Fortune food ethos.
People & Leadership
- Lead, motivate, and develop a small kitchen team, fostering a professional and collaborative working culture.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and succession planning to ensure a capable and engaged brigade.
- Oversee labour planning, rotas, and holiday management to ensure effective staffing and operational efficiency.
- Deliver coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to support team growth and retention.
Financial & Commercial Performance
- Manage food cost, labour, purchasing, and stock control to maintain strong kitchen performance.
- Monitor kitchen performance through regular reviews of GP, stock results, and operational trends.
- Implement effective waste management, portion control, and stock rotation processes.
- Work with senior management to support menu innovation and the continued growth of the hospitality and events business.
Communication & Standards
- Work closely with the General Manager and wider leadership team to align culinary operations with business objectives and client expectations.
- Lead kitchen briefings and contribute to weekly management and operational meetings.
- Monitor guest feedback and operational reporting, ensuring continuous improvement and service excellence.
- Maintain full compliance with food safety, health and safety, and company operational standards.
What do you get in return?
- Company Sick Pay
- Life Insurance (2 x annual salary)
- 50% discount in our restaurant and 25% off at our cafes
- Holidays increasing with length of service
- Loyalty bonuses in line with the length of service.
- One paid day off each year to get involved in any community or charity volunteering activity of your choice as we believe in the power of giving back
- Retail, Grocery and Gym Discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Refer your friend scheme
- Learning and Development Portal and further education with apprenticeship programmes
- G & F Support Scheme
- Hospitality Action – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Our organisation is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join us in creating a vibrant and supportive environment. We fully support individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability and require assistance, please contact our People team at people@greenandfortune.co.uk to discuss any necessary adjustments. We appreciate every applicant who submits their CV; however, only successful candidates will be contacted.
Please note that eligibility to work in the UK is required.
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