Head Chef

SMYTH & CO LUXURY CONSULTANTS LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious London restaurant is seeking an accomplished Head Chef to lead their dynamic kitchen team. The role involves managing all kitchen operations, developing seasonal menus, and ensuring the highest quality of service. The ideal candidate should have proven leadership experience, creativity in menu innovation, and strong kitchen management skills. This position offers a competitive salary between £60,000 and £65,000 with additional perks including paid overtime and staff incentives.

Benefits

Paid overtime

Staff incentives & reward programme

Annual dining voucher

Supplier trips and producer visits

Birthday leave after two years

Counselling and well-being support

Family care assistance

24 / 7 GP app access

Generous staff discounts

Social events and team celebrations

Employee recognition awards

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Head Chef role, ideally in a luxury restaurant.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage kitchen operations.
• Creative with menu development and flavor balancing.

Responsibilities

• Take full charge of kitchen operations and menu development.
• Lead the team and ensure exceptional service quality.
• Direct and motivate the kitchen brigade.

Skills

Creative menu development

Efficient kitchen management

Team motivation

Product sourcing

Job description

Head Chef Luxury London Restaurant

£60,000£65,000 | 45 hours | Paid overtime

A standout opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Head Chef to join one of Londons leading restaurants. This venue is known for its stylish setting, exceptional standards, and dynamic service, making it an exciting platform for a chef ready to lead, innovate, and elevate.

Package

• £60,000£65,000 salary
• Paid overtime
• Staff incentives & reward programme
• Annual dining voucher
• Supplier trips and producer visits
• Birthday leave after two years
• Counselling and well-being support
• Family care assistance
• 24 / 7 GP app access
• Generous staff discounts
• Social events and team celebrations
• Employee recognition awards

The Role :

You will take full charge of kitchen operations, developing seasonal menus, leading the brigade, and upholding exceptional quality throughout service. The ideal candidate is both creative and commercially aware, able to balance flavour, consistency, and presentation with efficient kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Directing and motivating the team
• Menu innovation and product sourcing