An exciting opportunity for an exceptional Head Chef to lead a vibrant Singaporean restaurant in Central London, with genuine progression within a fast:growing group.
The Role
We are looking for an exceptional Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a vibrant Singaporean restaurant in Central London. This is a hands:on leadership role, taking full ownership of the kitchen operation, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, food safety and cost control, while creating a positive and collaborative working environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, inspire and develop the kitchen team to deliver outstanding food and service.
- Ensure consistent execution of all menu items while maintaining the authenticity of Singaporean cuisine.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, service, stock control and ordering.
- Manage kitchen labour and food costs in line with company targets.
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring full compliance with HACCP and health and safety regulations.
- Recruit, train and mentor chefs, creating a positive and high:performing kitchen culture.
- Work collaboratively with the FOH management team to ensure seamless service and an exceptional guest experience.
- Contribute to menu development, seasonal specials and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor kitchen performance and implement procedures to improve efficiency and profitability.
The Ideal Candidate
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
- Previous experience managing a high:volume, fast:paced restaurant kitchen.
- Strong knowledge of Singaporean and Southeast Asian cuisine is highly desirable.
- Excellent leadership, communication and people management skills.
- Strong organisational and problem:solving abilities.
- Calm under pressure with a hands:on approach.
- Good understanding of stock management, GP control and labour management.
- Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to obtain).
What We Offer
- Competitive salary starting from A GBP 58,000 per annum.
- Performance:based bonus opportunities.
- Excellent career progression within a fast:growing restaurant group.
- Ongoing training and professional development.Staff meals on duty.
- Employee discounts across all group restaurant brands.
- A supportive, ambitious and people:first working culture.
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