COREcruitment

Head Chef

Head Chef –Seafood Restaurant 65-70k East London

An exceptional opportunity for a Head Chef to build, lead, and refine a modern kitchen in a vibrant independent venue.

We are seeking a Head Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen, instil robust standards, and drive the business forward in its exciting next chapter.

The Restaurant & Role:


  • Head Chef position for an independent, high-quality seafood bistro and bar.
  • Modern Mediterranean menu with a focus on sustainability.
  • The venue seats 50-60 internally with additional private dining and terrace covers.
  • This is a pivotal role requiring a hands-on leader to build structure, ensure consistency, and manage all kitchen operations.

The Ideal Head Chef:


  • Background in independent, quality-driven restaurants
  • Strong operational skills are paramount: food costing, supplier management, and creating kitchen procedures.
  • Creative enough to evolve the seasonal menu, but focus is on consistency, training, and building a stable team.

Key Benefits & Reasons to Apply:


  • A competitive salary of £65 -70k negotiable for the right candidate.
  • The autonomy to truly make this kitchen your own, with full creative and operational control.
  • Work with excellent local suppliers and premium produce.
  • Be part of a growing independent group with a strong sister restaurant
  • Structured hours in a vibrant location; closed on Mondays.

Sound like the challenge you’ve been waiting for? APPLY TODAY.
To express your interest in this Head Chef role, please send your CV and any relevant details to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.



  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: Full time
  • Rate: £65k - 70k per year + .
  • Location: London, Greater London, England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Catering
  • Recruiter: COREcruitment
  • Tel: 0000
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: OH999954736
  • Posted: 2026-02-06 16:32:08 -

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