Head Chef – New Opening
MUUN is a new Korean-inspired premium sandwich restaurant opening on Great Titchfield Street in central London. Our menu combines bold Korean flavours with premium made-to-order sandwiches, distinctive sides and brunch-style dishes.
We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Head Chef to lead the kitchen from pre-opening and build a consistent, efficient operation. This is an active cooking role requiring someone who can lead service from the cook line while managing the team and overall kitchen performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the kitchen through pre-opening, launch and ongoing service.
- Set up efficient preparation, cooking, assembly and service systems.
- Work actively on the cook line and lead busy services.
- Refine recipes and create clear preparation, portion and assembly guides.
- Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, portion size and service speed.
- Recruit, train and manage a small, effective kitchen team.
- Plan daily mise en place, rotas and staffing levels.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, allergen control, hygiene and HACCP compliance.
- Manage ordering, stock, food costs, yields and waste.
- Work closely with management and the front-of-house team.
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised and inspection-ready.
Requirements
- Experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef in a quality restaurant or premium quick-service operation.
- A confident, practical chef who leads from the cook line.
- Experience with griddle cooking, frying, batch preparation and made-to-order assembly.
- Knowledge of Korean or East Asian flavours is preferred.
- Strong experience in recipe development, portion control and food costing.
- Good knowledge of UK food-safety, hygiene and allergen requirements.
- Strong leadership, organisation and communication skills.
- New restaurant opening experience is highly desirable.
- Commercially aware, reliable and prepared to take full ownership of the kitchen.
Pay: £32,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
