Head Chef - Mexican Fusion Kitchen Leader

The Restaurant Recruiter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent restaurant recruiter is looking for an experienced Head Chef for a recently refurbished Mexican cuisine restaurant in Streatham Hill. The role involves leading a kitchen brigade of four to five chefs, overseeing daily operations, and developing creative menus that reflect current culinary trends. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership experience in a high-paced kitchen and a passion for Mexican or Tex-Mex cuisine. This full-time position offers a salary between £36,000 to £39,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or accomplished Sous Chef.
• Experience in mixed grill; Mexican or Tex‑Mex cuisine.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a diverse team.
• Extensive knowledge of food production techniques and management.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead a brigade of four to five chefs.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food production.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen staff.
• Develop and implement innovative menus.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Manage inventory and control food costs.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff.
• Assist in training new staff members.

Skills

Leadership

Food production techniques

Multitasking

Organization

Culinary trends knowledge

Job description

A prominent restaurant recruiter is looking for an experienced Head Chef for a recently refurbished Mexican cuisine restaurant in Streatham Hill. The role involves leading a kitchen brigade of four to five chefs, overseeing daily operations, and developing creative menus that reflect current culinary trends. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership experience in a high-paced kitchen and a passion for Mexican or Tex-Mex cuisine. This full-time position offers a salary between £36,000 to £39,000 per annum.