Head Chef
Salary: From £50,000+ per annum + benefits, depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent – Full-time
Benefits
- Competitive salary from £50,000+ per annum
- Company pension
- Complimentary staff food and drinks whilst on shift
- Staff discount
- Ongoing training and development
- Career progression opportunities
- Opportunity to influence menu development and seasonal specials
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, passionate and inspirational Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a busy, premium casual dining restaurant.
We’re looking for a strong leader who is passionate about fresh food, quality ingredients and consistently delivering exceptional dishes. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing both people and menus.
The Role
As Head Chef you will:
- Lead the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
- Inspire, motivate and develop the kitchen team.
- Ensure every dish is prepared and presented to the highest standards.
- Create seasonal menus and daily specials.
- Maintain excellent food quality, consistency and portion control.
- Manage food purchasing, stock control and supplier relationships.
- Control kitchen costs, food margins and minimise waste.
- Recruit, train and develop kitchen staff.
- Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, HACCP and health & safety legislation.
- Work closely with senior management to deliver an outstanding dining experience.
- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen at all times.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready for the next step.
- A passion for fresh food, quality ingredients and delivering consistently high standards.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Experience in menu planning, food costing and kitchen budgeting.
- A thorough understanding of food hygiene, HACCP and health & safety regulations.
- The ability to remain calm under pressure and lead by example.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary from £50,000+ per annum, depending on experience.
- Company pension.
- Staff discount.
- Complimentary staff food and drinks whilst on shift.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- The opportunity to shape menus and influence the direction of the kitchen.
- A supportive and professional working environment.
- Genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.
Job Details
Job Type: Permanent – Full-time
Salary: From £50,000+ per annum + benefits, depending on experience.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
- Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to obtain).
- Right to work in the United Kingdom.
- Ability to reliably commute to the workplace or relocate before starting employment.
Work Location: In person.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
