Head Chef Required
Salary: £60,000
Role Summary
The Head Chef leads the entire kitchen operation, delivering exceptional food quality, consistency, and creativity within a premium casual dining concept. This role requires a chef with fine‑dining pedigree who can translate elevated techniques into an accessible, high‑volume environment while maintaining commercial discipline.
Key Responsibilities
- Menu Development & Culinary Direction
- Create seasonal, innovative menus aligned with the restaurant’s premium casual concept.
- Apply fine‑dining standards to flavour, presentation, and technique.
- Develop new dishes and refresh menus to maintain guest excitement and commercial viability.
- Kitchen Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, train, mentor, and inspire the kitchen brigade.
- Build a strong culture of excellence, accountability, and teamwork.
- Manage rotas, staffing levels, and labour costs.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, HACCP, allergen management, and health & safety regulations.
- Maintain impeccable hygiene and cleanliness standards.
Required Experience & Skills
- Fine‑dining or Michelin/AA Rosette background with the ability to adapt techniques to a premium casual setting.
- Minimum 2 professional kitchen experience, including senior leadership roles.
- Proven ability to lead and develop high‑performing teams.
- Strong commercial awareness: food cost, labour budgets, stock management.
- Excellent knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and compliance.
- Creative, calm under pressure, and highly organised.
Salary
- £60,000 per year
Head Chef in London employer: Ethical Workforce
Join a vibrant and supportive team at our fine dining restaurant, where your passion for hospitality will be nurtured and celebrated. We offer competitive pay, staff meals, and ample opportunities for career development in a friendly environment that values attention to detail and exceptional service. If you're looking to grow in a dynamic setting alongside dedicated professionals, this is the perfect place for you.
