KIEZ is a Berlin-inspired restaurant and bar in Notting Hill, with a kebab-led menu rooted in Turkish and Eastern Mediterranean cooking.
We're looking for a Head Chef to lead the food, people and performance of our kitchen. You'll shape the menu, lead busy services and set clear standards, supported by a Senior Sous Chef who owns the daily administration and systems.
• Set and develop the culinary direction of Kiez while respecting its established identity
• Evolve our kebab-led menu through thoughtful seasonal dishes, specials and new ideas
• Lead from the front during busy services, remaining calm, organised and accountable
• Recruit, train, motivate and retain a skilled and reliable kitchen team
• Create a positive, disciplined kitchen culture with clear standards and expectations
• Take ownership of food GP, kitchen labour, purchasing, stock control, waste and portion management
• Produce accurate rotas that reflect forecast sales and agreed labour targets
• Manage ordering, supplier relationships, stock counts and inventory systems
• Establish and maintain clear recipes, specifications, prep systems and kitchen procedures
• Ensure the kitchen is consistently clean, organised and service-ready
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, allergen management, health and safety, and due diligence
• Work closely with the General Manager and directors on budgets, business performance and the wider direction of Kiez
• Represent Kiez at selected food festivals, pop-ups, guest-chef events and industry occasions
• Experience as a Head Chef
• Experience in a high-quality, high-volume restaurant working with fresh ingredients
• A background in Middle Eastern, Turkish, Eastern Mediterranean, grill or live-fire cooking is highly desirable
• Essential experience in food costing, GP management, labour control, purchasing and stock management
• Proven experience recruiting, training and developing a kitchen team
• A calm, direct and respectful communication style
• A hands-on approach and the confidence to lead busy services
• Creativity balanced with commercial awareness and respect for Kiez's identity
• The right to work in the UK
• A competitive £70-£75k package, depending on experience
• Genuine creative ownership and the opportunity to shape Kiez's culinary direction
• A central role in the continued growth and development of the restaurant
• Generous staff discount and a full CODE membership for dining discounts
• Opportunities to represent Kiez through collaborations, pop-ups and food events
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Head Chef in London employer: Kiez Group Ltd
Kiez is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and creative work environment, perfect for culinary professionals looking to make their mark in the heart of Notting Hill. With a focus on employee growth and development, we offer opportunities to innovate within our unique Berlin-inspired concept, alongside a supportive team culture that values collaboration and passion for food. Join us to be part of an ambitious restaurant with a strong community spirit and a commitment to excellence.
