Head Chef

COREcruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished culinary group in Central London seeks a Head Chef to lead their open-fire kitchen. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in fine dining, with a strong passion for seasonal ingredients and modern cooking trends. This role offers a competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000, 28 days holiday, and ample creative freedom to develop menus. Join a prestigious restaurant known for its dynamic atmosphere and commitment to culinary excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days of holiday

Complimentary staff meals

Group discounts and benefits

Creative menu development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in fine dining or premium environments.
• A passion for open-fire cooking techniques and a grasp of modern food trends.
• Strong leadership ability with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in a prestigious central London restaurant.
• Create and manage daily changing menus focusing on hyper-seasonal ingredients.
• Train and manage junior chefs while maintaining a dynamic atmosphere.

Skills

Experience in open-fire cooking

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Menu costing

Job description

Head Chef – Premium Open Fire Cooking – Central London – £55,000 - £65,000

Lead the kitchen at an acclaimed central London restaurant where fire is the heart of the menu.

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious restaurant in the heart of London, celebrated for its exceptional food and commitment to premium, hyper-seasonal ingredients. This restaurant is at the forefront of the city’s trend for exceptional open-fire cooking, using wood-fired ovens and charcoal to create bold, flavour-driven dishes designed for sharing.

This is a key opportunity for a Head Chef to take full creative ownership of daily changing menus. You will lead a team dedicated to excellence within a restaurant known for its dynamic atmosphere and focus on genuine quality.

The Restaurant & Head Chef Role :

• High-end restaurant in a prime Central London location.
• Specialises in open-fire cooking, with wood-fired ovens creating a distinctive, smoky flavour profile.
• A focus on small plates and sharing-style menus.
• Daily changing menus driven by the best hyper-seasonal produce.
• Manage a brigade serving an 80-cover restaurant.

The Ideal Head Chef Candidate :

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within fine dining or premium environments.
• A genuine passion for and demonstrable skill in open-fire cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership, organisational skills, and the ability to train junior chefs.
• A calm, focused, and humble attitude with excellent communication.
• Solid commercial acumen, including menu costing and kitchen cost control.
• Dedicated to their craft with a deep understanding of modern food trends and premium ingredients.

Head Chef Career Benefits :

• A competitive salary of £55,000–£65,000.
• 28 days of annual holiday.
• Complimentary staff meals on shift.
• Group-wide discounts and benefits.
• Significant creative freedom to develop menus.
• A clear path for career growth within a quality-focused restaurant group.

Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!

To apply for this Head Chef position, please contact Olly at COREcruitment dot com.