Head Chef The Side Hustle (Sports Bar)

Head Chef The Side Hustle (New Opening, St Pauls/Bank)

Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
This isnt just about running a kitchen its about building one that keeps up with the energy of the room.
The Side Hustle brings together sport, music, atmosphere and great hospitality in one space, done properly. Food needs to match that fast, consistent, and delivered without slowing things down.
Were opening in St Pauls/Bank and looking for a Head Chef to take ownership of the kitchen from day one.
If youre someone who can keep standards high, service moving, and the team switched on when its busy keep reading.

What this role actually is
Youre not just running service.
Youre setting the pace, the standards, and how the kitchen performs every shift.
From first orders through to the end of the night, the expectation is simple: consistent food, strong service, and a kitchen that runs properly under pressure.

What youll be doing
leading the kitchen from the front and setting the standard
running a service thats fast, organised and consistent
managing food gp, stock control and minimising waste
building and developing a team that delivers every shift
keeping communication strong between kitchen, bar and floor
maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness and organisation
making sure the kitchen is set up to handle busy services and events

What were looking for
current head chef or strong senior sous ready to step up
experience in a high-volume kitchen environment
confident managing service during busy periods
strong understanding of gp, stock and kitchen performance
organised, hands-on and calm under pressure

What youll get
Up to £40,000 + bonus + service charge
progression across Nightcap venues
ongoing training and development
up to 50% discount across Nightcap venues
wellbeing support + eap services
benefits platform + early pay access
life assurance (4x salary)

Why this role
Most openings inherit a kitchen this one doesnt.
Youll build the team, set the standards, and shape how the kitchen runs from day one.
What you do in those first months will stick. xwzovoh

If you want to be part of building something from day one, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now and join the opening team.