Head Chef – Iconic London Restaurant – £65-70k

Daytime only – 10am -7pm operation

Location: Central London
Role: Head Chef
Food Style: Seasonal British, fine dining, sharing plates
Team: 5 chefs, including pastry specialists, plus 3 porters

A prestigious new opportunity has opened for an experienced Head Chef to lead a groundbreaking culinary venture in the heart of London.

This landmark restaurant will offer seasonal British cuisine with a focus on refined dining and creative sharing plates.

This is your chance to shape a brand-new concept, managing a team in a beautifully refurbished, open-kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full menu control, showcasing your expertise in seasonal, high-quality British cuisine.
• Overseeing all kitchen operations, from prep to service, maintaining impeccable food safety and hygiene standards.
• Training and mentoring a dedicated team, fostering a professional yet approachable kitchen culture.
• Collaborating on bespoke menus for high-profile events and partnerships.
• Managing kitchen administration, including menu planning, cost control, and team schedules.

About You:

The ideal Head Chef will have:

• A stable and impressive career in fine dining, preferably with rosette or Michelin experience.
• Strong leadership skills and a collaborative, modern management style.
• Creative flair, with a focus on presentation and social media-worthy plating.

Benefits:

• Private healthcare.
• Generous 35% discount across the group
• Enviable work-life balance with no late nights (10 am–7 pm operations).
• Opportunity for career progression, including a proposed new restaurant.

Apply today – contact Olly at COREcruitment dot com