Head Chef

Job description

Head Chef – Premium Open Fire Cooking – Central London – £55,000 - £65,000

Lead the kitchen at an acclaimed central London restaurant where fire is the heart of the menu.

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious restaurant in the heart of London, celebrated for its exceptional food and commitment to premium, hyper-seasonal ingredients. This restaurant is at the forefront of the city’s trend for exceptional open-fire cooking, using wood-fired ovens and charcoal to create bold, flavour-driven dishes designed for sharing.

This is a key opportunity for a Head Chef to take full creative ownership of daily changing menus. You will lead a team dedicated to excellence within a restaurant known for its dynamic atmosphere and focus on genuine quality.

The Restaurant & Head Chef Role:

• High-end restaurant in a prime Central London location.
• Specialises in open-fire cooking, with wood-fired ovens creating a distinctive, smoky flavour profile.
• A focus on small plates and sharing-style menus.
• Daily changing menus driven by the best hyper-seasonal produce.
• Manage a brigade serving an 80-cover restaurant.

The Ideal Head Chef Candidate:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within fine dining or premium environments.
• A genuine passion for and demonstrable skill in open-fire cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership, organisational skills, and the ability to train junior chefs.
• A calm, focused, and humble attitude with excellent communication.
• Solid commercial acumen, including menu costing and kitchen cost control.
• Dedicated to their craft with a deep understanding of modern food trends and premium ingredients.

Head Chef Career Benefits:

• A competitive salary of £55,000–£65,000.
• 28 days of annual holiday.
• Complimentary staff meals on shift.
• Group-wide discounts and benefits.
• Significant creative freedom to develop menus.
• A clear path for career growth within a quality-focused restaurant group.

Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!

To apply for this Head Chef position, please contact Olly at COREcruitment dot com.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

03-01-2026

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English