Head Chef - Thai Kitchen Leader with Growth & Perks

Rosa's Thai

Greater London

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 62,000

Full time

26 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Tronc included
Bonus potential
Thai food on shift
Wages on demand
Performance rewards
50% off Rosa’s restaurants
Annual staff party
Holiday and pension scheme
Discount vouchers
Employee assistance

Job summary

Rosa’s Thai is seeking a confident Head Chef to lead the kitchen and own food, team and standards across our growing group of UK restaurants. You’ll drive consistency, quality and a high-energy service, shaping each dish from prep to plate.

We’re looking for a strong leader with Asia cuisine expertise, calm under pressure and a passion for ingredients. Join a team that values development, collaboration and delivering excellent Thai food.

Qualifications

  • A strong leader with experience in Asia cuisine and running a busy kitchen
  • Calm under pressure and leads from the front
  • High standards and sharp attention to detail
  • Passion for food and respect for ingredients
  • A team builder who supports and develops others
  • Someone who takes ownership and gets stuck in

Responsibilities

  • Lead the kitchen team through busy, high-energy services
  • Deliver every dish to spec—consistent, fresh, and full of flavour
  • Train, coach and develop your team
  • Keep standards high across prep, service and cleanliness
  • Manage stock, ordering and food safety
  • Work closely with the General Manager to run a strong, balanced restaurant
  • Take pride in every plate that leaves the pass

Skills

Strong leadership
Asia cuisine experience
Running a busy kitchen
Calm under pressure
Attention to detail
Team building
Ownership & hands-on

Job description

Rosa’s Thai is seeking a confident Head Chef to lead the kitchen and own food, team and standards across our growing group of UK restaurants. You’ll drive consistency, quality and a high-energy service, shaping each dish from prep to plate.

We’re looking for a strong leader with Asia cuisine expertise, calm under pressure and a passion for ingredients. Join a team that values development, collaboration and delivering excellent Thai food.

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