Head Chef - Fine Dining Thai, London Opening

JKS Restaurants Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dine Out Allowance

Lunch for 2 after probation

Up to 50% off dining across JKS

CODE App membership

Self care salary

Discounted gym membership

24/7 Doctor & prescription services

Counselling sessions

Employee Assistance Program

Health, legal, money and debt support

Cinema discounts

Access to financial advice

Charity involvement donations

Job summary

Chaiyo Group in partnership with JKS Restaurants is opening a landmark fine dining Thai concept in Central London. As Head Chef, you will lead a high-calibre kitchen, drive menu development and oversee budgeting and stock control while mentoring a talented kitchen brigade.

You will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional Thai hospitality and cuisine, ensuring every dish reflects quality, provenance and creativity, with a strong emphasis on standards and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high quality Restaurant
• Knowledge of Thai cuisine preferred but not essential
• Strong creative approach with attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage, train and motivate a kitchen brigade
• Experience in managing staff costs, scheduling and rotas
• Strengths in finances, purchasing and menu costing
• Working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen operation, ensuring delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes
• Drive menu development in collaboration with the Executive Chef
• Oversee prep schedules, stock control, budgeting and maintenance
• Manage day-to-day kitchen team operations and training

Skills

Head Chef experience

Thai cuisine knowledge

Creative cooking

Kitchen team leadership

Budgeting & cost control

Health & safety knowledge

Job description

Chaiyo Group in partnership with JKS Restaurants is opening a landmark fine dining Thai concept in Central London. As Head Chef, you will lead a high-calibre kitchen, drive menu development and oversee budgeting and stock control while mentoring a talented kitchen brigade.

You will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional Thai hospitality and cuisine, ensuring every dish reflects quality, provenance and creativity, with a strong emphasis on standards and teamwork.