HEAD CHEF

Hiranga Consulting Ltd; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiranga Consulting Ltd in Worthing is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen in a Spanish Mediterranean restaurant. You will inspire a brigade of 6, design seasonal menus, and oversee lunch and dinner service with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients.

We offer a competitive salary dependent on experience and opportunities to shape a respected dining concept with strong GP targets and growth prospects.

Qualifications

• Proven Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in Mediterranean or fresh seasonal cuisine.
• Creative flair with Spanish flavours and modern presentation.
• Strong leadership with ability to train and inspire a team.
• Excellent organisational and financial acumen, including menu costings and GP targets.
• Calm, positive attitude under pressure and commitment to guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Leading and inspiring a kitchen brigade of 6.
• Designing and developing seasonal menus that showcase authentic Spanish Mediterranean cuisine.
• Overseeing food preparation and service for both lunch and dinner services.
• Managing kitchen operations, including ordering, stock control, and costings.
• Training, mentoring, and motivating the team to deliver consistently high standards.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Menu design

Spanish/Med cuisine

Food safety

GP costings

Team training

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at our beautiful Spanish Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Sussex. Known for vibrant flavours, fresh seasonal ingredients, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, we are looking for someone who can bring creativity, leadership, and excellence to our food offering.

The Role:

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and inspiring a kitchen brigade of 6.
• Designing and developing seasonal menus that showcase authentic Spanish Mediterranean cuisine.
• Overseeing food preparation and service for both lunch and dinner services.
• Managing kitchen operations, including ordering, stock control, and costings.
• Training, mentoring, and motivating the team to deliver consistently high standards.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

About You:

• A strong background as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in Mediterranean or similar fresh, seasonal cuisine.
• Creative flair with a passion for Spanish flavours and modern presentation.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to train and inspire a team.
• Excellent organisational and financial acumen, including experience with menu costings and GP targets.
• A calm, positive attitude under pressure and commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences.

We Offer:

• A competitive salary package (dependent on experience).
• The opportunity to shape and develop a respected restaurant with your creativity.
• Supportive management and a positive working environment.
• Career progression and development opportunities.

If you’re a dynamic, hands-on chef who thrives in a busy, creative kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.