Head Chef, Eat Your Greens

To apply email: [email protected]

Head Chef @ Eat Your Greens, Leeds

About Eat Your Greens
Eat Your Greens is a dynamic, ethically-driven restaurant and natural wine bar based in Leeds. We pride ourselves on seasonal, sustainable, and locally sourced produce, with a focus on plant-forward, modern European cuisine. Our kitchen is creative, inclusive, and forward-thinking — and we’re looking for a Head Chef who shares our passion for exceptional food and conscious dining.

Role Overview
As Head Chef, you’ll lead the kitchen team and shape the culinary direction of Eat Your Greens. You’ll be responsible for menu development, team leadership, stock and cost control, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and inspire the kitchen team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Design and execute seasonal menus that reflect our values: local, sustainable, and produce-led.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep, service, and cleaning schedules.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen awareness.
• Manage stock levels, suppliers, and ordering in line with budget targets and waste reduction.
• Ensure accurate costings, portion control, and profit margins.
• Train and develop junior staff, fostering a positive and supportive work culture.
• Collaborate with front-of-house and ownership on events, specials, and long-term planning.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a senior chef in a quality-focused kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of seasonal British produce and contemporary cuisine.
• Passion for sustainability, ethical sourcing, and minimising food waste.
• Confident leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage stock, budgets, and deadlines.
• A calm, positive presence under pressure with a genuine love for cooking and hospitality.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience + service charge, tips & bonus
• A 4-day working week with Sundays and Mondays off
• Creative freedom to shape the menu and kitchen culture.
• Opportunities for progression, training, and involvement in wider business strategy.
• Staff discounts, meals on shift, and a supportive, values-led working environment.

  To apply email: [email protected]