Head Chef - Mediterranean Lounge - Two Ninety Lounge - London

As Head Chef, you will take overall responsibility for the kitchen and work closely with the management team to develop a distinctive Mediterranean menu that reflects the identity of the lounge. This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who is passionate about Mediterranean cuisine and enjoys combining traditional flavors with modern presentation and techniques. You will lead a small kitchen team of approximately

• 3-4 people, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and service., Lead and manage the kitchen team on a day-to-day basis.
• Develop and create an exciting Mediterranean-inspired menu with influences from Turkish, Greek, Italian, Lebanese, and other Mediterranean cuisines.
• Work with management to establish the culinary identity and style of the restaurant.
• Develop new dishes, specials, and seasonal menu items.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented to a consistently high standard.
• Oversee food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge and experience across grill, seafood, pasta, mezze, and general Mediterranean cuisine.
• Manage food ordering, stock levels, portion control, and kitchen inventory.
• Minimize food waste while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and health and safety.
• Ensure appropriate food storage, preparation, and allergen procedures are followed.
• Manage kitchen organization and ensure the team operates efficiently during busy services.
• Train, motivate, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Work closely with front-of-house and management teams to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain consistency during busy evening and late-night services, particularly on Fridays and Saturdays.
• Contribute ideas to continuously improve the menu, kitchen operation, and overall guest experience., The opportunity to take a leading culinary role in a new Mediterranean lounge concept.
• Significant input into the creation and development of the menu.
• The opportunity to build and lead a small, dedicated kitchen team.
• A mid-to-upscale dining environment.
• A creative setting combining food, cocktails, live music, and late-night dining.
• The opportunity to establish the kitchen's standards and culinary identity from the beginning.
• We are looking for a qualified and experienced Head Chef with a strong background in Mediterranean cuisine., Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior chef.
• Strong experience with Mediterranean cuisine, particularly Turkish, Greek, Italian, Lebanese, or similar cuisines.
• A genuine passion for food and menu development.
• Excellent knowledge of grilling, seafood, pasta, mezze, and Mediterranean cooking techniques.
• Experience creating and developing menus.
• Strong organizational and stock-control skills.
• The ability to manage and motivate a small kitchen team.
• The ability to remain calm and organized during busy services.
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation.
• A strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, allergens, and kitchen health and safety requirements.
• Relevant food hygiene certification and any other certificates required to work professionally in a commercial kitchen.
• A professional approach and commitment to maintaining high culinary standards., If you're an experienced chef with a passion for Mediterranean cuisine and want to play a major role in creating something distinctive in Southgate, we'd love to hear from you.
• We are a new mid-to-upscale Mediterranean lounge based in Southgate, bringing together the flavors and culinary traditions of the Mediterranean with influences from Turkish, Greek, Italian, Lebanese, and other Mediterranean cuisines.
• Our concept combines quality food with a sophisticated lounge atmosphere, cocktails, and entertainment. We offer live music on Friday and Saturday evenings, together with late dining on Friday and Saturday, creating a vibrant destination for both dining and socializing.

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