Head Chef

乏偉; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant part of the Ottolenghi group is seeking a Head Chef to lead their team at NOPI in London. This role involves shaping creative seasonal menus, managing kitchen operations, and fostering a high-performance kitchen culture. As a critical position, you will inspire talent while ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Enhanced Parental Pay

Special Birthday Treat

Exclusive Workshops & Demos

Ottolenghi Group Discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior kitchen role, ideally as Head Chef or Senior Sous.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Passion for fresh, seasonal cooking and nurturing talent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team, ensuring quality and presentation.
• Collaborate with Test Kitchen on seasonal menu development.
• Manage food costs and maintain exceptional hygiene standards.

Skills

Creativity

Leadership

Commercial understanding

Food safety standards

Labour management

Job description

NOPI is part of the renowned Ottolenghi group—a restaurant where bold flavours, vibrant vegetables, and creative dishes take centre stage. We are known for our energetic service, striking design, and a menu that fuses Middle Eastern and Mediterranean inspiration with seasonal British ingredients.

We’re now looking for a Head Chef to lead our passionate and talented kitchen team at NOPI. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the food offering at one of our flagship restaurants, inspire the next generation of Ottolenghi chefs, and work closely with our Test Kitchen team on menu development and innovation.

As Head Chef at NOPI, you will:

• Lead and inspire a kitchen team, creating a supportive, high-performance culture
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in quality, consistency, and food presentation
• Collaborate with the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen to develop seasonal, creative menus that reflect our culinary ethos
• Strong commercial understanding with proven experience running a professional kitchen efficiently and profitably
• Maintain exceptional food hygiene and safety standards across the kitchen
• Skilled in managing labour controls, scheduling, and kitchen operations to maintain high standards while meeting financial targets
• Manage food costs, ordering, and stock control efficiently and sustainably
• Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs, fostering growth and creativity
• Work closely with the General Manager and FOH team to ensure a seamless, memorable guest experience

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience in a senior kitchen role, ideally as Head Chef or Senior Sous in a high-volume, quality-led restaurant
• Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Brings creativity, curiosity, and a genuine love for fresh, seasonal cooking
• Leads with empathy, professionalism, and a hands-on approach
• Is passionate about nurturing talent and building a strong, inclusive kitchen culture

What’s in it for you:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: A full benefits package to support your well-being
• Career Development Opportunities: Tailored training, internal progression, and mentorship to help you thrive
• Enhanced Parental Pay: After two years’ service, benefit from enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, or Primary Care Giver Pay, as well as Paternity Pay
• Special Birthday Treat: A little something to celebrate your special day
• Exclusive Workshops & Demos: Monthly Test Kitchen experiences to deepen your culinary knowledge
• Ottolenghi Group Discounts: Generous discounts on food, drink, and retail across our shops and restaurants