Head Chef Wine Bar

Lead Chef / Senior Sous Chef Charleys Flat Balham, SW London Charleys Flat is a new wine bar and kitchen opening this June in SW London built by a former Senior Wine Buyer at Oddbins & founder of BottleCrate, alongside a former owner of a well-loved Australian café & wine bar.

Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.
Were creating a wine-led neighbourhood spot built around seasonal food, serious wine and genuinely warm hospitality. Thoughtful but not pretentious. Design-led but relaxed. A place people come for a glass and stay all evening.
The space has been fully renovated and sits off one of South West Londons busiest high streets, with a beautiful open dining room, strong local demographic and a concept built around repeat neighbourhood trade.
Think:
seasonal sharing plates

artisan produce

changing menus

daily specials

great music

thoughtful wine pairings

a kitchen and floor team that work closely together

Were looking for either:
a current Head Chef wanting a more creative, personal environment
or

a strong Sous Chef ready to step up into a leadership role.

Why this role is exciting This is a genuine chance to help shape a restaurant from the ground up not walk into a rigid corporate structure.
Youll work directly with the founders on:
menu development

seasonal changes

supplier sourcing

wine pairing ideas

kitchen culture and direction

We want someone creative, calm, collaborative and excited by food that works beautifully with wine.
What were looking for Strong seasonal cooking background

Good palate and attention to detail

Comfortable leading a small kitchen service

Organised with prep, ordering and standards

Interested in wine and pairing (training provided)

Positive leadership style and team mentality

Someone who genuinely enjoys hospitality and hosting

More than anything, were looking for taste, curiosity and personality. xwzovoh
Whats on offer £45,000£50,000 depending on experience

Real creative input from day one

Opportunity to grow into a future group-level role

Small, ambitious founder-led team

Wine training alongside a buyer & MW candidate

Wine at cost

Staff meals

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Supportive, professional and inclusive working environment

To Apply Apply here or DM directly for an informal chat.
Opening June 2026.