At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a talented kitchen team and create outstanding Italian cuisine.
- Company: Exciting new restaurant opening in Richmond with a focus on authentic Italian food.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with a passion for exceptional food and leadership.
- Why this job: Shape a brand-new dining destination and showcase your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in high-quality Italian restaurants.
The predicted salary is between 44000 - 46000 £ per year.
We are looking for an exceptional Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our exciting new restaurant opening in Richmond. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced chef to build and lead a talented team, develop outstanding Italian cuisine, and play a key role in launching a new dining destination.
Essential Requirements
- Extensive, proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in high-quality Italian restaurants.
- Outstanding knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine, including fresh pasta, regional specialties and seasonal menus.
- Strong expertise in food cost control, GP management, stock control and waste reduction.
- Experience creating profitable menus while maintaining exceptional quality.
- Proven ability to recruit, train and motivate a kitchen team.
- Excellent leadership, organisation and communication skills.
- Strong understanding of food hygiene, HACCP and health & safety regulations.
- Ability to perform under pressure in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (based on experience).
- Performance‑related bonus.
- Opportunity to shape a brand‑new restaurant from launch.
- Career growth within an ambitious hospitality business.
- Supportive and professional working environment.
We are looking for someone with a passion for authentic Italian cuisine, outstanding leadership skills and a proven track record of delivering exceptional food while controlling costs. We'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your Italian culinary experience and achievements in food cost management.
Job Details
- Experience: Required
- Employment: Full‑time
- Salary: £44,000 – £46,000 yearly
- Benefits: tronc, bonus
Head Chef employer: Al Sorriso Ltd
Join our vibrant team as the Head Chef in Richmond, where you will have the unique opportunity to shape a brand-new restaurant and showcase your passion for authentic Italian cuisine. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and professional work environment that encourages career growth and development, alongside competitive salaries and performance-related bonuses. If you're ready to lead a talented kitchen team and create exceptional dining experiences, we would love to hear from you.
