Head Chef – New Opening – Modern Restaurant Group – London

50k base rate + tronc

Lead the launch of a flagship site within an award-winning group as they embark on an ambitious expansion journey.

I am delighted to partner with a highly respected, multi-site restaurant group to appoint a Head Chef for their exciting new opening in central London.

This is a pivotal Head Chef role offering stability, creative freedom, and a clear path for progression within a people-focused business renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and exceptional fresh food.

The Group & The Head Chef Role:

• An award-winning modern restaurant group with a Bib Gourmand standard for quality.
• Currently operating 4 successful London sites, with 3 new openings planned this year.
• The Head Chef will be the culinary leader for a new flagship restaurant.
• Responsibility for hands-on kitchen leadership, team development, and full operational management.
• A focus on simple, high-quality cooking that showcases outstanding ingredients.

The Ideal Head Chef Candidate:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in high-quality, fresh food environments.
• A background in recognised, quality-driven restaurants is a significant advantage.
• Strong leadership skills with a genuine passion for developing teams and promoting from within.
• Experience with new restaurant openings is highly desirable.
• Commercially savvy, with excellent stock, cost control, and kitchen systems management.
• A collaborative, energetic team player with no ego, committed to a sustainable chef lifestyle.

Why Apply For This Head Chef Role?

• Excellent salary of £50,000 plus a significant monthly tronc.
• A sensible 45-48 hour working week, promoting a true work-life balance.
• Creative freedom to collaborate on and shape menus.
• A clear progression path as the group expands from 4 to 7 sites.
• A structured, supportive environment known for minimal chef turnover.

Sound like you? This Head Chef position is interviewing now.
To apply for this Head Chef role, please send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.