Head Chef – Premium Open Fire Cooking – Central London – £55,000–£65,000
Lead the kitchen at an acclaimed central London restaurant where fire is the heart of the menu.

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious restaurant in the heart of London, celebrated for its exceptional food and commitment to premium, hyper-seasonal ingredients.

This restaurant is at the forefront of the city’s trend for exceptional open-fire cooking, using wood-fired ovens and charcoal to create bold, flavour-driven dishes designed for sharing.

This is a key opportunity for a Head Chef to take full creative ownership of daily changing menus.

You will lead a team dedicated to excellence within a restaurant known for its dynamic atmosphere and focus on genuine quality.

The Restaurant & Head Chef Role:

• High-end restaurant in a prime Central London location.
• Specialises in open-fire cooking, with wood-fired ovens creating a distinctive, smoky flavour profile.
• A focus on small plates and sharing-style menus.
• Daily changing menus driven by the best hyper-seasonal produce.
• Manage a brigade serving an 80-cover restaurant.

The Ideal Head Chef Candidate:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within fine dining or premium environments.
• A genuine passion for and demonstrable skill in open-fire cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership, organisational skills, and the ability to train junior chefs.
• A calm, focused, and humble attitude with excellent communication.
• Solid commercial acumen, including menu costing and kitchen cost control.
• Dedicated to their craft with a deep understanding of modern food trends and premium ingredients.

Head Chef Career Benefits:

• A competitive salary of £55,000–£65,000.
• 28 days of annual holiday.
• Complimentary staff meals on shift.
• Group-wide discounts and benefits.
• Significant creative freedom to develop menus.
• A clear path for career growth within a quality-focused restaurant group.

Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!
To apply for this Head Chef position, please contact Olly at COREcruitment dot com.