Head Chef – High-Volume Casual Dining – Bristol – £50K + Bonus

Lead a dynamic kitchen team in Bristol's newest high-volume restaurant opening.

Part of an award-winning UK group with a clear path to progression.

We are partnering with an expanding restaurant group to find a Head Chef who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume kitchens.

This role offers a genuine opportunity for growth, with 3-4 new openings annually and a culture built on teamwork and development.

The Restaurant:

• 100+ covers.
• Weekly sales averaging £50,000–£65,000.
• High-volume, branded menu in a fast-paced environment.
• Part of an award-winning UK restaurant group.

The Head Chef Role:

• Lead a brigade of 15 chefs.
• Oversee ordering, stock control, and back-of-house administration.
• Implement group systems and maintain consistency.
• Train, mentor, and develop the kitchen team.
• Drive sales and maintain quality during busy services.

The Ideal Head Chef:

• Proven experience in casual dining at high volume.
• Background handling large teams and weekly sales of £50k+.
• Strong people skills – a natural mentor and leader.
• Understanding of group systems, ordering, and stock management.
• Knowledgeable on back-of-house administration and compliance.

Why Apply?

• £50,000+ package: £34,000 base salary + £16,000 tronc.
• Performance bonus up to £6,800.
• Fast-track progression to Head Chef roles at new sites.
• Team-centric culture with genuine career development.

Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!

Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.