
Head Chef
OtherLondon
- AUDITION/INTERVIEW FORMAT
- In-person only
- Union Requirements
- Union only
- Compensation
- Paid: Standard wages or contract
- Organization / Company
- The Old Vic
- OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION
-
The role of the Head Chef is to have full responsibility for all food provision across The Old Vic – including management of the Backstage kitchen and team; and menu development and delivery (for the café and bar, grab-and-go Theatre options, and varied Event catering).
Essential:
Proven experience of working as a Head Chef, leading a small team, in a similar sized venue
A passion for food, local produce and ingredients, alongside demonstrable experience of creative approach to menu creation and development
Experience of setting up a new kitchen operation
Collaborative and hands on approach to team management
Proven understanding of food safety and hygiene principles
A proven ability to provide a high level of culinary skill in an often highly pressurised environment
Highly motivated with a positive and flexible approach to work and ability to adapt quickly to new information and procedures
IT literacy, with good experience of the Microsoft Office suite and Excel in particular.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven budgetary management and stock control
A proven ability to work as both part of a team and independently
Highly organised and good timekeeping.
How to Apply:
https://jobs.oldvictheatre.com/jobs/6135852-head-chef
Contact Information
- jobs@oldvictheatre.com
Posted by Andreia Ribeiro on July 10, 2025 5:26 PM PDT
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