Head Chef

Mari; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An authentic Italian deli restaurant in London seeks a skilled Italian Head Chef to lead the kitchen team. The role involves overseeing kitchen operations, creating authentic dishes, and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in an Italian restaurant and a passion for Italian cuisine. Salary starts from £40,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in an Italian restaurant.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all kitchen operations, including food preparation.
• Creating authentic Italian dishes using traditional techniques.
• Ensuring health, safety, and hygiene standards are followed.

Skills

Knowledge of Italian cuisine and culture

Leadership and team management

Menu development and food presentation

Cooking techniques and recipes

Job description

Full-Time Italian Head Chef (London, W6). We are an authentic Italian deli restaurant in London, looking for a skilled and passionate Italian Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. This is a full-time position, perfect for an experienced chef with a deep understanding of Italian cuisine and culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing all kitchen operations, including food preparation and presentation.
• Creating and maintaining authentic Italian dishes using traditional techniques.
• Ensuring health, safety, and hygiene standards are strictly followed.
• Managing food stock levels, inventory, and cost control.
• Training and supervising kitchen staff to maintain high standards of Italian culinary traditions.
• Designing menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and regional Italian flavors.
• Collaborating with management to enhance the dining experience.

Requirements:

• Native or fluent knowledge of Italian cuisine and culture.
• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in an Italian restaurant.
• Expertise in authentic Italian cooking techniques and recipes.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Creativity and attention to detail in menu development and food presentation.

Details:

• Location: London
• Hours: Full-time
• Salary: Competitive, starting from £40,000 per year, depending on experience and skills.

If you are an Italian chef with a passion for authentic cuisine and are ready to bring your expertise to our kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter.

About Mari: Italian deli