Head Chef - Premium Casual Dining | Newcastle

COREcruitment; Newcastle on Clun; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead a vibrant riverside kitchen. This exciting role involves crafting menus that highlight bold flavors and seasonal produce while managing a busy kitchen environment. With a focus on modern British cuisine and Mediterranean influences, you will enjoy the autonomy to shape the kitchen culture and menu. This opportunity offers a competitive salary package, including a base salary and potential bonuses, alongside a work-life balance with structured rotas. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a passion for culinary excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Staff Meals

Discounts

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading kitchens in fast-paced, quality-driven environments.
• Strong leadership skills to mentor and inspire a brigade.

Responsibilities

• Lead a vibrant kitchen and craft menus that celebrate bold flavours.
• Drive creativity while ensuring a high-quality guest experience.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Financial Acumen

Passion for Seasonal Produce

Creativity in Menu Design

Job description

Lead a vibrant riverside kitchen and craft menus that celebrate bold flavours and seasonal produce.

Job Role:Head Chef
Cuisine:Modern British with Mediterranean influences
Location:Newcastle Quayside
Hours:48 hours/week, 5 out of 7 days

We’re partnering with a high-energy, award-winning restaurant group known for its stylish venues and exceptional guest experience.This is a standout opportunity for aHead Chefto take the reins of a busy kitchen, driving creativity while enjoying a competitive package and work-life balance.

The Venue:
• Premium casual dining with a focus on fresh, vibrant dishes
• Iconic riverside location with a buzzing atmosphere
• Closed Christmas Day & Boxing Day
• Structured rotas – no split shifts

The Ideal Head Chef:
• Proven experience leading kitchens in fast-paced, quality-driven environments
• Passion for seasonal produce and modern British cuisine
• Strong leadership skills – able to mentor and inspire a brigade
• Financial acumen (GP, stock control, labour costs)
• Loves the buzz of a high-volume venue

Why Apply?
• £40K base + £10K tronc (potential £4K variable bonus)
• Autonomy to shape menus and kitchen culture
• Career growth within a growing restaurant group
• Perks: Staff meals, discounts, pension

Sound like you?APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV to Olly atCOREcruitment dot com