Head Chef

Head Chef

Braai Bird is part of the Kudu Collective family founded by husband and wife duo Amy & Patrick in 2017. Our South African roots inspire the food - rotisserie chicken, sides, sauces and plenty of flavour. We pride ourselves on friendly, intimate service with a keen attention to quality and detail.

After an incredible journey, we're excited to be returning to the neighbourhood where our story began. Peckham has always been at the heart of Kudu, as we begin an exciting new chapter and return to our roots in Peckham, we're looking for passionate, ambitious people who want to be part of a restaurant where hospitality comes first, standards are high, and every member of the team has the opportunity to grow.

The Role

Working closely with the General Manager, ensuring that every service reflects the quality and warmth of Braai Bird. Taking ownership of daily operations of running the kitchen and delivering an amazing experience for our guests.

Key Responsibilities

Service & Operations

Manage food service with an eye for quality and detail

Anticipate service flow and adapt to the demands of the restaurant

Attend and contribute to daily/weekly team meetings to maintain staff morale

People & Culture

Build a culture of accountability, professionalism, and pride

Handle team conflict with maturity and fairness

Strong leadership skills with an affinity for capacity development to manage, train and develop the team

Labour & Efficiency

Ensure a smooth flow of inventory and coordinate with Suppliers.

Maintain strong control over labour costs without compromising the quality of food

Drive productivity and efficiency across all service periods

Guest Experience

Ensure a fully equipped team regarding compliance and is well knowledgeable about the menu.

Handle guest feedback and complaints with professionalism and care

Build strong relationships with returning guests

Lead by example in creating memorable experiences

Compliance & Standards

Ensure full compliance with UK legislation and company policies

Maintain excellence in health & safety, food safety, and licensing

Uphold HR procedures with consistency and integrity

Drive adherence to SOPs across the team

Systems & Administration

Maintain accuracy across scheduling, HR, and operational systems

Support payroll, absence management, and reporting processes

Ensure all daily and weekly administrative duties are completed to a high standard

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in a high-volume restaurant environment

Understanding of labour control and rota planning

Confident in supporting the disciplinary and HR processes

Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills

Detail-oriented with a passion for quality and consistency

A genuine love for hospitality and guest experience

What We Offer

Salary package of £45,000.00 plus excess tronc.

Career progression within a growing hospitality group.

The opportunity to work alongside a passionate and talented team.

If you are passionate about food, hospitality, and leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

Right to Work in the UK required.

TPBN1_UKCT