Head Chef - Open Fire Seasonal British Restaurant - 70-80k

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting new opportunity awaits an ambitious Head Chef to lead a high-profile restaurant in Central London. This innovative establishment is dedicated to modern British cuisine, emphasizing seasonal ingredients and open-fire cooking. As the Head Chef, you'll have the chance to shape the culinary experience, work with bespoke charcoal grills, and lead a talented team. This role promises a collaborative environment, creative freedom, and the potential for career growth in the culinary industry. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional food and building a reputation in the industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Work-Life Balance

Career Growth

Collaborative Environment

Creative Freedom

Qualifications

• Strong experience in British cuisine, particularly produce-led cooking.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen focused on modern British cuisine with seasonal ingredients.
• Shape the culinary direction and deliver exceptional quality.

Skills

British cuisine experience

Open-fire cooking skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Passion for seasonal ingredients

Job description

* New opening*

Location: Central London
Job Role: Head Chef
Cuisine: Modern British, produce-led, open-fire cooking
Covers: 100

We are thrilled to present an exceptional opportunity for a talented Head Chef to join a brand-new, high-profile restaurant. This is a rare chance to lead a kitchen focused on modern British cuisine, with a strong emphasis on seasonal ingredients, whole-animal butchery, and open-fire cooking.

The Head Chef will play a pivotal role in shaping the culinary direction of this exciting new venture. Working with a bespoke charcoal grill and wood fire section, the restaurant aims to deliver exceptional quality in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere.

The Head Chef We’re Looking For:

• Strong experience in British cuisine, particularly produce-led cooking.
• Skilled in open-fire cooking (a big bonus).
• A background in well-known, high-quality establishments.
• A drive to build a reputation in the industry and lead a talented team.
• Passionate about fresh, seasonal ingredients and sustainable sourcing.
• Calm, focused, and dedicated to delivering exceptional food.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Why Apply?

• Competitive Salary: 70-80k (negotiable).
• Work-Life Balance: 48-hour contract
• Career Growth: Opportunity to lead a high-profile kitchen
• Collaborative Environment and Creative Freedom

Does this sound like you?
If you’re an ambitious Head Chef with a passion for British cuisine and open-fire cooking, this is your chance to join a groundbreaking project and take your career to the next level. Apply Now: Contact Olly at COREcruitment dot com