Head Chef

Individual Restaurants; Humbleton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food & drink

In-house training via RISE programme

Employer pension contribution

Health Care Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Team meals on shift

Refer a friend £500

Discounts & cashback from retailers

Charity and fundraising opportunities

Job summary

Individual Restaurants is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead and shape the culinary direction of our restaurant, delivering exceptional dining experiences and guiding a dynamic kitchen team.

You will drive menu innovation, maintain high quality standards, and foster a positive, creative kitchen culture in a fast-paced environment across our collection of 30+ restaurants.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or in a similar role.
• Culinary qualifications and a strong understanding of various cooking techniques.
• Leadership and team management skills, fostering a positive and creative kitchen culture.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic culinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Shape the culinary direction of the restaurant and deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team to maintain high standards of quality and consistency.
• Drive innovation in menus and cooking techniques while ensuring operational efficiency.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Team management

Cooking techniques

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

Are you an Experienced Head Chef with a passion for innovation and leadership? Individual Restaurants is delighted to present a thrilling opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to join our team. As the Head Chef, you will play a central role in shaping the culinary direction of our restaurant, delivering exceptional dining experiences, and leading a dynamic kitchen team.

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role.
• Culinary qualifications and a strong understanding of various cooking techniques.
• Leadership and team management skills, fostering a positive and creative kitchen culture.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic culinary environment.

When you join Individual Restaurants, you're not just joining one team. You're joining a collection of industry-leading restaurants, all with a stellar reputation for quality service and exceptional food. Explore roles across our collection of 30+ restaurants, including Piccolino, Restaurant Bar & Grill and Riva.

• The Sunday Times - Best place to work 2024, 2025 and 2026
• Full in-house training provided through our bespoke RISE programme
• 50% off your food and drink bill at any of our restaurants, at any time, for up to 8 people
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages
• Access to up to 40% of earnt wages and financial wellbeing tools through Wagestream
• Employee Assistance Programme through The Drinks Trust, providing 24/7 support and access to counselling services.
• Career pathways and development through our high performers programme
• Employer pension contribution
• Team meals on shift
• 15% off your grocery bill at Iceland Foods
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Opportunities to take part in fundraising and charity events
• Discounts and cashback from hundreds of high street and online retailers
• Refer a friend and earn up to £500
• Individual Champion programme - acting as an ambassador of your brand and representing your team.

When you join Individual Restaurants, you're not just joining one team. You're joining a collection of leading restaurants, all with a stellar reputation for quality service and exceptional food. Explore roles across our collection of 30+ restaurants, Piccolino, Restaurant Bar & Grill, Forbici and Riva Blu