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

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and design-led rooftop restaurant in Canary Wharf is seeking a Head Chef to lead their vibrant kitchen. This role offers the creative freedom to design seasonal Mediterranean-inspired menus while managing a passionate team. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in high-volume kitchens and strong leadership skills. Enjoy a supportive work environment with predictable hours, staff discounts, and opportunities for career progression. If you thrive in dynamic settings and are ready to take the culinary lead, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Staff Discounts

Pension

Career Progression

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-volume, quality-driven kitchens.
• Creative flair for seasonal Mediterranean menus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a vibrant kitchen with a focus on creativity and work-life balance.
• Manage a brigade of 8-12 chefs in a high-energy environment.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Creativity in Menu Design

Operational Discipline

Experience in High-Volume Kitchens

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

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