We are on the hunt for some exceptional and creative talent.
Are you a Head Chef looking to take the next step in their career? We are looking for a Head Chef who has a great range of experience working at gastro pub food level. Just a short walk from Tower Bridge, The Tower Bridge Arms sits right at the end of the Bermondsey Beer Mile, making it a lively, fast-paced pub in one of London’s most iconic riverside spots. We see a real mix of people come through the doors, from tourists and city workers to loyal locals, which keeps the atmosphere buzzing and every day feeling different.
In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain’s private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for ‘Best Managed Pub Company – 2-50 sites’ on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded ‘Best Food-led Pub Company 2021’ at the R200 awards, Urban once again won ‘Best Managed Pub Company – 2-50 sites’ in 2023 and most recently won ‘Best Managed Pub Company – 2-50 sites’ and Best food offering in 2026 and In 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for.
You Are
- An enthusiastic, dynamic and qualified Head Chef who is ready for a new challenge.
- Able to demonstrate your experience of working with fresh ingredients and seasonal menus.
- Able to demonstrate experience of working in a professional kitchen showing a clear understanding of Health and Safety.
- Able to show a proven track record of managing the kitchen and controlling stock and GP.
- Someone with a background of dealing with high volume.
- Able to show technical skill and attention to detail
- Able to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
- Confident in your communication skills and ability to lead and motivate their teams.
What’s in it for me
- Competitive salary + bonus
- Be part of a brand new opening
- Training and development
- Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings around the corner
- Get out and about, you automatically get 30% discount across all our pubs, bars and restaurants
- Team trips, regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support you across those tough times
- Good people know good people – an awesome referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per successful referral
- Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us
- Cycle to work scheme
Interested in hearing more?
Get in touch so we can schedule a show around, rub some shoulders together, have a laugh and make some magic!
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