At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a high-performing kitchen team and ensure exceptional food quality reflecting Ayurvedic principles.
- Company: Amma & Atta is launching its flagship location in the City of London, focusing on modern Indian cuisine.
- Benefits: Opportunity to shape the future of a new restaurant with a focus on health-led dining.
- Other info: Experience in premium fast casual or high-volume restaurant operations is essential.
- Why this job: Join a founding team and bring an exciting vision of Ayurvedic cooking to life.
- Qualifications: 8+ years in kitchens, with 3+ years as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, and knowledge of Ayurveda.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
As we prepare to launch our flagship location in the City of London, we are looking for an exceptional Head Chef to join our founding team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business.
The Role
This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who is equally passionate about operational excellence and the philosophy of Ayurveda. You will lead and cook with a high‑performing kitchen team, maintain exceptional food quality and consistency, and ensure every dish reflects the values and standards of Amma & Atta. Working closely with the Founder and culinary team, you will help bring an exciting vision of modern, health‑led Indian cuisine to life.
Requirements
- 8+ years of professional kitchen experience
- 3+ years as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
- Proven experience in premium fast casual or high-volume restaurant operations
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Experience managing busy lunch services and high-volume production
- Food Safety Level 3 certification
- Excellent HACCP and allergen management knowledge
- Strong understanding of food cost control, stock management, and labour planning
- Experience training and developing kitchen teams
Essential Requirement: Ayurveda & Indian Cuisine
This role requires genuine knowledge and experience of Ayurvedic cooking principles and Indian cuisine. The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Practical experience cooking authentic Indian food
- A strong understanding of Ayurvedic ingredients and traditional cooking methods
- Knowledge of balancing flavours and ingredients according to Ayurvedic principles
- Experience preparing fresh, wholesome, ingredient‑led food from scratch
- Passion for creating nourishing, seasonal, health‑conscious menus
- An appreciation of food as a foundation for wellbeing and preventative health
Formal Ayurvedic culinary training or professional experience working in an Ayurvedic kitchen is highly desirable.
About Amma & Atta
Amma & Atta is a modern Indian kitchen inspired by the principles of Ayurveda, bringing together authentic flavours, premium ingredients, and thoughtful nutrition in a beautiful, fast‑paced daytime dining experience. Our menu celebrates freshly made parathas, nourishing dals, vibrant seasonal vegetables, premium proteins, specialty coffee, and Ayurvedic teas, all designed for the modern working day.
Head Chef experience in Ayurveda - Amma & Atta - London employer: Chef & Cook
Amma & Atta offers a unique dining experience in London, focusing on Ayurvedic principles and fresh ingredients. The team values operational excellence and aims to create nourishing menus for health-conscious diners. Join us to be part of a culinary revolution in modern Indian cuisine.
