Head Chef (m/f/d)

Minerestaurant; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and excellent tips

Flexibility in scheduling

Ongoing professional growth

Flat hierarchies and career prospects

Daily lunch provided

Central location

30% discount on visits

Regular team events

Job summary

A contemporary dining establishment in Berlin is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen and refine its menu. This role offers the opportunity to contribute creative ideas, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation. The ideal candidate brings experience in upscale dining, a passion for culinary arts, and leadership skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a vibrant work environment in the heart of Berlin.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or in a comparable senior kitchen role.
• Strong leadership style and sense of responsibility.
• Experience in a high-volume upscale restaurant is advantageous.
• Passion for the culinary arts and a desire to improve.
• English skills are mandatory; knowledge of German is a plus.
• Berlin Residence and Ready-to-Start Status are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen and be present during service.
• Develop and refine the menu with seasonal inspirations.
• Ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation.
• Train staff and comply with hygiene regulations.
• Handle orders and supplier communications.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Inventory control

Communication

Knowledge of Italian cuisine

Culinary passion

HACCP knowledge

Job description

We are looking for a Head Chef who wants to play a key role in shaping the daily life and development of our kitchen. Our restaurant is built around a stable, well-loved menu, and at the same time, we value fresh ideas and ongoing development. You will be present on the kitchen floor, close to the team and the product, with the opportunity to bring in your ideas, introduce seasonal changes and continuously refine the kitchen’s work.

Your Tasks:

• Hands-on leadership of the kitchen and active presence during service
• Contributing creative ideas to further develop the menu
• Bringing seasonal inspiration and fresh impulses into the kitchen
• Refining existing recipes with attention to detail
• Ensuring consistent quality, taste and presentation of all dishes
• Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team in daily work
• Establishing and maintaining clear kitchen standards and preparation guidelines
• Training staff and ensuring compliance with hygiene and HACCP regulations
• Close collaboration with management on menu planning, pricing and food cost control
• Responsibility for orders, supplier communication and proper storage of goods

Your Qualifications:

• Experience as a Head Chef or in a comparable senior kitchen role
• A natural leadership style and strong sense of responsibility
• Experience in a high-volume upscale restaurant would be an advantage
• Passion for the culinary arts and desire to continuously improve cooking skills
• Knowledge of Italian cuisine would be an advantage
• Knowledge of inventory control systems
• English skills are required, other languages, especially German, would be an advantage
• Berlin Residence and Ready-to-Start Status are required

Your Benefits:

• Competitive salary and excellent tips
• Flexibility – our monthly working schedule always takes your wishes into account
• Ongoing professional growth through comprehensive internal and external training
• Flat hierarchies and exciting career prospects within our expanding restaurant group
• Daily lunch cooked by the chef and fixed break times
• Possibility to take over a BVG corporate ticket
• Central location in the heart of Berlin
• 30% discount on your visits to MINE
• Regular team events

Do you want to work in an established, up-and-coming company? Then apply now with your CV! We are looking forward to meeting you!