Head Chef - Prestigious Riverside Restaurant | 45-50K + Tips | Hertfordshire

COREcruitment; St Albans; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a historic estate as the Head Chef for a reimagined riverside restaurant, blending seasonal British and European cuisine with global influences. This role offers creative freedom, structured hours, and opportunities for career growth within a stunning countryside setting.

Benefits

Creative freedom

Work-life balance

Estate perks including leisure access

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef/Senior Sous in high-end restaurants.
• Expertise in seasonal British/European cuisine.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape the culinary identity of a landmark venue.
• Develop modern, seasonal menus with refined service.
• Collaborate across the estate for events and dining.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Cost Control

Job description

Lead the culinary revolution at a historic estate, blending heritage with modern flair.

Job Role: Head Chef
Cuisine: Seasonal British/European with global influences
Location: North of London
Contract: Full-time (48 hours/week)

We're partnering with a renowned Hertfordshire estate to recruit a Head Chef for their reimagined riverside restaurant. This is a rare chance to shape the culinary identity of a landmark venue, set within a stunning countryside estate.

The Restaurant:

* Launching a bold new dining concept in a historic, riverside setting
* Modern, seasonal menus with refined yet relaxed service
* Part of a 540-acre estate with event spaces, golf, and luxury hospitality
* Structured rota with estate-wide collaboration opportunities

The Ideal Head Chef:

* Proven experience as Head Chef/Senior Sous in high-end restaurants
* Expertise in seasonal British/European cuisine
* Strong leadership, mentoring, and cost-control skills
* Passion for menu development and operational excellence

Why Apply?

* Creative freedom - Shape the restaurant's culinary identity
* Work-life balance - No split shifts, structured hours
* Estate perks - Incentives, tip jar, leisure access, and discounts
* Career growth - High-profile launch with guest chef collaborations

Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot #