Role: Head Chef
Location: Chelsea, London
Salary: £65,000 plus service charge
 
We are delighted to be working with our amazing luxury restaurant client who are looking to add a Head Chef to their team.
 
The Role:
As Head Chef, you will work closely with the Executive Head Chef to oversee all culinary operations, ensuring the delivery of consistently high standards and exceptional dishes. This is a hands-on role, perfect for a talented chef with leadership skills, creativity, and a commitment to excellence. You will play a key role in mentoring the kitchen team, overseeing service, and contributing to menu development for our luxury dining offerings.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Managing day-to-day kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Lead and inspire the kitchen team, promoting a positive, collaborative, and professional environment
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to standards
• Developing innovative and seasonal menus that reflect the luxury and creativity of the restaurant
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and kitchen cleanliness standards (HACCP)
• Train and mentor junior chefs, helping to develop their skills and careers
• Manage stock levels, ordering, and supplier relationships to ensure cost control without compromising quality
• Monitor kitchen operations to ensure dishes leave the pass in a timely and efficient manner

About You:

• Proven experience within a high-end, luxury property or Michelin-level restaurant
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and motivate a kitchen brigade
• Exceptional culinary skills with an eye for detail and a passion for delivering innovative, high-quality dishes
• Comprehensive understanding of kitchen operations, including stock control, ordering, and cost management
• A collaborative and team-focused approach, with excellent communication and organisational skills
• A creative mindset, with experience in menu development and culinary innovation
• Up-to-date food hygiene certification and strong knowledge of health & safety regulations

Package:

• Competitive salary of £65,000 per year plus service charge
• The opportunity to work in a luxury, high-end property in the heart of Chelsea
• A supportive, professional, and creative team environment
• Meals on duty, uniform provided, and other employee perks
• Work-life balance with structured shift patterns