Head Chef

Head Chef

The Black Dog Beer House In Brentford is looking for an experienced and innovative Head Chef to lead our kitchen team.

This role will suit a candidate with a solid background in Independent Gastro Pubs or restaurants.

We are looking for a candidate who wants to become a key player in a small independent business looking to expand in the near future.

The Black Dog Beer House has become a very popular much-loved local and destination pub with a very strong reputation for great food and drink, boasting stellar reviews across the board, especially for our raved about Sunday roasts.

You will be working closely with the Manager & owners to maintain and build on the solid reputation already gained, and become a key part of the operations in this up-and-coming West London location.

The role will allow the successful candidate the freedom to experiment and harness their skills and love of food with new menu dishes & weekly specials whilst maintaining the standard and improving on some of our very popular signature dishes already in place.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience as Head or Senior Sous Chef, preferably from a Gastro Pub or Restaurant.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• A Natural team player with effective communication skills and solid kitchen management.
• Seeking to continually grow within the industry
• The ability to maintain and follow recipes, standards, and guidelines whilst having the skills and desire & creativity to create new dishes and improve on the procedures and standards already in place.
• Good health & safety awareness
• Strong stock control experience with the skills to minimize wastage.
• A true leader with the ability to inspire & encourage your fellow kitchen colleagues and build a strong team.
• Knowledge of various cooking methods, cuisines, ingredients, and procedures
• Time-management skills
• Able to work under pressure with a calm disposition in close quarters

What we offer:

• Competitive pay & reasonable hours
• Inclusive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to grow and progress within the business
• Meals on duty
• Discounted food & drink
• Share of Tips
• Excellent transport links

This is a great opportunity for a current Head Chef or a very experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join a small business already established and in great shape but still with plenty of growth potential. With passionate, friendly & professional hands-on owners willing to support you all the way, this is a fantastic vehicle to elevate your own reputation and assist in taking our business to new heights.