Head Chef - Premium Mediterranean Restaurant | 65-70 | Canary Wharf

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Head Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen in a premium Mediterranean restaurant. This role offers creative freedom and autonomy over seasonal menus, making it an exciting opportunity for a culinary leader passionate about quality-driven dining experiences. With a focus on work-life balance and a supportive environment, you will thrive in this hands-on position, mentoring a talented brigade while delivering innovative Mediterranean-inspired dishes. If you're ready to take your culinary career to new heights, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Pension

Career progression

Predictable hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-volume, quality-driven kitchens.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a vibrant kitchen in a high-energy environment.
• Oversee seasonal menu creation and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Menu Development

Operational Discipline

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Head Chef - Premium Mediterranean Restaurant | 65-70 | Canary Wharf, London

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Client:

Corecruitment

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Lead a vibrant kitchen in one of London’s most striking rooftop venues, blending creativity with work-life balance.

Job Role: Head Chef
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired small plates & sharing dishes
Covers: 200/day + 150 breakfast covers
Brigade: 8-12 chefs | Venue: Rooftop restaurant

The Opportunity:
We’re partnering with an award-winning group to recruit a Head Chef for their bold, design-led rooftop restaurant in Canary Wharf. This is a hands-on role for a creative leader who thrives in high-energy environments and wants autonomy over seasonal menus.

The Restaurant:
• Premium casual dining with artistic Mediterranean sharing plates
• Breakfast service (7 days) + all-day dining
• Part of a boutique hotel group with a design ethos

The Ideal Head Chef:
• Proven experience in high-volume, quality-driven kitchens
• Creative flair for seasonal Mediterranean menus
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring teams
• Loves balancing innovation with operational discipline

Why Apply?
• Salary: £65-70K (negotiable for stand-out candidates)
• Creative freedom: Full menu control without corporate constraints
• Perks: Staff discounts, pension, career progression
• Work-life balance: Predictable hours in a supportive group

You could be the head chef we are looking for - APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com