Head Chef - Murano by Angela Hartnett Michelin Star

Cafe Murano; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Michelin-starred restaurant in London is seeking a Head Chef to lead a talented kitchen team. You will be responsible for menu development, ensuring high culinary standards, and maintaining team morale. The ideal candidate should have solid experience in fine dining, a passion for Italian cuisine, and strong leadership skills. Competitive benefits, including generous holiday and employee discounts, are offered.

Benefits

Good quality team meals during shifts

£1000 introduce a friend bonus

Up to 28 days paid holiday

50% off dining at other restaurants

Access to employee assistance programme

Career growth and professional training opportunities

Company parties and events

Supplier trips to meet vendors

Festive break for restaurant staff

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in high-pressure kitchen environments.
• Previous leadership experience as Head Chef or similar.
• Proven ability in menu development and restaurant operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen and menu development with the Development Chef.
• Maintain hygiene and organization standards.
• Manage food costs, supplier relationships, and stock control.

Skills

Experience in Michelin-starred or top-tier fine dining

Deep understanding of Italian cuisine

Strong technical skills

Ability to inspire and support team

Job description

Angela Hartnett is offering an exciting opportunity to join the Murano family as Head Chef

Murano is a Michelin-starred restaurant in the heart of Mayfair, led by Angela Hartnett. For 17 years, we’ve built a reputation for excellence, consistency, and a strong commitment to our team and guests. Our food is Modern European with a strong Italian influence, focusing on quality ingredients and honest cooking.

We’re looking for a Head Chef with solid experience in Michelin-starred or top-tier fine dining restaurants. The right person will have a deep understanding of Italian cuisine, strong technical skills, and a sharp eye for detail. Menu development is key working with Angela and our Development Chef, Em Brightman, to create seasonal, evolving dishes that reflect Murano’s style.

This is a hands-on role, leading by example in a busy, fast-paced kitchen. The Head Chef will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and organisation, managing food costs, supplier relationships, stock control, and kitchen hygiene. They must be calm under pressure, precise in execution, and able to inspire and support their team.

Most importantly, we need someone who values their brigade and fosters a positive, professional environment. Building strong relationships with the team and working closely with the General Manager will be essential to Murano’s continued success.

Head Chef Company benefits:

• Good quality team meals at lunch and dinner where we all eat together
• Introduce a friend bonus £1000
• Up to 28 days paid holiday (including service charge) increasing with length of service
• 50% off (including complimentary drinks & starters) when you dine in any of our restaurants – for you and up to 5 of your friends
• Access to employee assistance programme including 24/7 online GP, counselling, legal advice
• Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn!
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth and development including professional apprenticeships and accredited training
• Company parties and events
• Opportunities to get involved with high profile outside events and festivals
• Supplier trips – Trips are arranged every year to places such as the Lake District & Brixham to meet our suppliers and really understand where our food comes from.
• We close our restaurants over the festive period to allow our teams to have a well-deserved break

If you’re an experienced Head Chef with passion, drive, and the ability to lead from the front, we’d love to hear from you.