Head Chef

Berkeley Scott; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Head Chef in a brand-new restaurant celebrating the vibrant flavors of Chinese home cooking. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, design innovative menus, and champion sustainability in a high-profile opening at one of London’s iconic locations. You will have the creative freedom to shape a unique dining experience while enjoying a competitive salary and supportive leadership. If you have a deep love for Chinese cuisine and a flair for culinary innovation, this is your chance to make a significant impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Creative freedom

Supportive leadership

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Meals on shift

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong understanding of Chinese culinary techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the opening of a new kitchen and design the menu.
• Hire and mentor a diverse team while ensuring food safety.

Skills

Chinese cuisine knowledge

Team leadership

Menu design

Budget management

Food safety standards

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Creativity in cooking

Job description

Head Chef – Exciting New Opening | Iconic London Location | £60,000 - £65,000

Are you a passionate, driven, and creative Head Chef ready to lead the kitchen of an exciting new restaurant in one of London’s most iconic destinations?

We’re opening the doors to a brand-new dining concept that’s a love letter to Chinese cuisine — celebrating the vibrant, nourishing flavours of Chinese home cooking. Inspired by age-old traditions and reimagined through a wellness-focused lens, our food is all about bold broths, wok-fresh stir-fries, nourishing bowls, and beautifully balanced plates — bursting with flavour, colour, and soul.

The Role:

As Head Chef, you’ll be the heartbeat of the kitchen — leading, inspiring, and setting the tone for a passionate team. From crafting menus to building supplier relationships, this is your chance to shape something truly special from the ground up.

You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Leading the opening of a brand-new kitchen from concept to execution

• Designing and evolving a menu rooted in Chinese home-style cooking, modernised for today’s wellness-focused diner

• Hiring, training, and mentoring a talented, diverse brigade

• Championing sustainability, seasonality, and quality produce

• Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation

• Driving efficiency, managing budgets, and working closely with the GM to ensure operational excellence

What We’re Looking For:

• A deep love and understanding of Chinese flavours and techniques

• Previous experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen

• A proven track record of building, leading and developing teams

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Creative flair and a passion for beautiful, balanced, health-led food

• Someone excited by innovation, community, and culture

What’s In It For You:

• Competitive salary: £60,000 - £65,000

• Opportunity to be part of a high-profile opening in a world-famous location

• Creative freedom to shape an inspiring food offering

• Supportive leadership, genuine progression, and a chance to make your mark

• Staff wellbeing initiatives, meals on shift, and more

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