Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We’re on the lookout for a Head Chef to become part of our TRIBE community as we continue to make waves in London. Our first TRIBE hotel launched in summer 2022, redefining hospitality for a new generation of travellers. TRIBE offers unapologetically modern designed hotels that confidently mix mainstream style with bespoke, eye-catching, and iconic pieces, creating a bold and fun place for a high-end experience at a fair price.

‘Feels Like June’ is a California-inspired restaurant with bright flavours, summer vibes, and a Europe-meets-West Coast flair where hotel guests and local residents meet to enjoy everything from breakfast to dinner, cocktails, or simply working from the lounge area.

As Head Chef, you will plan, create, innovate, and develop menus that align with the brand concept and seasonal availability. You will ensure all dishes meet quality, taste, and presentation standards while maintaining consistency in food preparation and portion control. Leading, training, and motivating the kitchen team will be key, fostering a positive, efficient, and professional kitchen culture.

You will organise staff rotas, manage labour costs and workload effectively, conduct performance reviews, and support staff development. Ensuring compliance with food safety, health & safety, and hygiene regulations is essential. You will monitor food costs, minimise waste, manage the kitchen budget, and work with suppliers to ensure quality and cost effectiveness. Supporting special events, tastings, and menu launches, you will work closely with the Food & Beverage Manager.

Guest and team experience will be at the heart of all you do. You will lead by example, keeping your team involved and motivated, helping them feel empowered and supported, confident in providing the best TRIBE experiences for our guests and comfortable turning to you with questions.

Experience
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
Strong culinary skills with relevant professional training.
Commercially savvy with a strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial expectations of a successful restaurant and kitchen operation.

About you
A natural leader and team manager who creates a tight-knit community through a hands-on management style and enthusiasm.
Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
A born optimist who always puts guests, colleagues, and communities first.
Authentic, courageous, and entrepreneurial with a willingness to explore and experiment.

Qualifications
Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene certification or equivalent.