Head Chef - Premium Café (Daytime Hours, Growth to Head)

COREcruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium café group in Central London is seeking a talented Head Chef to build a kitchen from the ground up. This is an exciting opportunity with career progression towards Head of Food, involving a focus on high-quality dining and a unique menu. The ideal candidate will have experience in a high-end café or Michelin-standard kitchen and be a natural leader ready to shape the culinary vision. The role offers a work-life balance with only daytime hours and the chance to grow with the expanding business.

Benefits

Career progression

Creative input in menu design

Work-life balance with daytime hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-end café or Michelin-standard kitchen.
• Background in premium and creative restaurants.
• Natural leader with a passion for development.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in a brand-new site, building and mentoring a small, dedicated team.
• Manage all kitchen operations, from the main prep kitchen to the finishing station.
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality and consistency.

Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Organisational Skills

Creativity

Job description

A premium café group in Central London is seeking a talented Head Chef to build a kitchen from the ground up. This is an exciting opportunity with career progression towards Head of Food, involving a focus on high-quality dining and a unique menu. The ideal candidate will have experience in a high-end café or Michelin-standard kitchen and be a natural leader ready to shape the culinary vision. The role offers a work-life balance with only daytime hours and the chance to grow with the expanding business.