Head Chef - Premium Mediterranean Restaurant 65-70 Canary Wharf

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

Job summary

An innovative and dynamic opportunity awaits a Head Chef at a stunning rooftop restaurant in Canary Wharf. This role offers the chance to lead a talented team in crafting artistic Mediterranean-inspired dishes while enjoying creative freedom over the menu. With a focus on high-volume, quality dining, this position promises a work-life balance and predictable hours, making it ideal for a culinary leader looking to thrive in a supportive environment. Join a boutique hotel group that values creativity and operational excellence, and take your culinary career to new heights.

Benefits

Staff Discounts

Pension

Career Progression

Work-Life Balance

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 striking rooftop venue.
• Create seasonal Mediterranean menus with full autonomy.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Creativity in Menu Design

High-Volume Kitchen Experience

Operational Discipline

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