Head Chef

Appetite 4 Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead a talented kitchen team in a premium restaurant. This unique venue celebrates the best of British cuisine, focusing on seasonal, cheese-inspired dishes. In this role, you'll manage kitchen operations, develop creative menus, and ensure high food quality. With a strong emphasis on British ingredients, this opportunity offers not just a competitive salary but also a chance for career progression and regular staff socials. If you're a creative chef with a love for British cheese, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

28 days holiday

Monthly British cheese box

Producer visits & tastings

Free staff meals

50% off on days off

Academy of Cheese training

Regular staff socials

Career progression

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef is essential.
• Passion for British ingredients and creative cooking is a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small, talented kitchen team to create seasonal menus.
• Manage stock, suppliers, and ensure kitchen efficiency.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organisational Skills

Creative Cooking

Knowledge of Cost Control

Stock Management

Job description

Job Description

Head Chef
Up to £48,000 Inc. Tronc + Bonus
Location: Paddington

Join this Premium Restaurant, a unique venue celebrating the World's favourite delicacy, as the Head Chef. Lead a passionate team, working alongside experts to create seasonal, focused dishes that showcase the best UK produce.

What You'll Do:

1. Lead a small, talented kitchen team.
2. Develop seasonal, cheese-inspired menus.
3. Manage stock, suppliers, and kitchen operations.
4. Ensure high food quality and kitchen efficiency.

What We're Looking For:

1. Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
2. Passion for British ingredients and creative cooking.
3. Strong leadership and organisational skills.
4. Knowledge of cost control and stock management.

Benefits:

1. £48k salary + bonus.
2. 28 days holiday.
3. Monthly British cheese box.
4. Producer visits & tastings.
5. Free staff meals & 50% off on days off.
6. Academy of Cheese training.
7. Regular staff socials & career progression.

If you're a creative chef with a love for British cheese, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!

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