Overview
Head Chef – Cheese-Focused Restaurant – West London – up to 48k
A unique opportunity for a creative Head Chef to lead a passionate team celebrating the best of British cheese.
We are seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef for a renowned, cheese-focused restaurant group at their stunning West London location. This Head Chef role offers the chance to lead a dedicated brigade, create seasonal menus, and become an expert in British artisan produce.
The Head Chef Role:
- Cuisine: Celebratory, high-quality British cheese dishes including signature grilled sandwiches and boards.
- Competitive pay : £45,000 – £48,000 per annum + Tronc + 10% Quarterly Bonus
The Head Chef Position:
- Take full responsibility for all culinary operations at this vibrant site.
- Develop creative, seasonal menus and specials in collaboration with senior management.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a tight-knit Back of House team, fostering a positive culture.
- Manage supplier relationships, food costs, GP, and kitchen administration.
- Ensure impeccable food safety and hygiene standards are always met.
The Ideal Head Chef:
- A proven Chef with 2-3+ years experience in a high-calibre restaurant environment.
- A creative leader with a strong palate and a passion for British produce and seasonality.
- An enthusiastic learner with an interest in British cheese (full training provided).
- An exceptional people manager with brilliant communication and organisation skills.
- A hands-on, humble, and approachable leader who leads by example.
Why Apply? This Head Chef role offers:
- A competitive salary package with a significant quarterly bonus.
- Incredible benefits including a monthly British cheese producer visit, and staff discounts.
- Full training and industry-recognised qualifications.
- A clear path for professional development within a growing, unique restaurant group.
- A supportive and passionate team environment with regular staff socials.
Sound like the Head Chef role for you? APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com
Job Tenure: Contract
