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Head Chef - Jollof Haven Nigerian Restaurant & Bar - Surbiton

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*Head Chef / SOUS CHEF— Nigerian Cuisine — Jollof Haven (Surbiton) — Opening Team*


*Location:* Ewell Road, Surbiton KT6 7AQ
*Job Type:* Full-time, Permanent
*Pay:* £28,000 - £35,000 per year (DOE) + Tips + Bonus
*Start Date:* November 2026 — Interviews October 2026


About Jollof Haven:*
Surbiton's first authentic Nigerian Restaurant & Bar — opening November 2026. 40-cover restaurant + bar + takeaway/delivery. We are bringing true Lagos flavour, premium presentation, and warm Naija hospitality to Surbiton. We need a Head Chef who can OWN the kitchen.
If you are interested and believe you have the experience to be a head chef or
*The Role:*
You will be responsible for the entire kitchen operation — from menu execution to team leadership, stock, hygiene and profitability. This is not just cooking — this is building a brand.
*Key Responsibilities:*

  • Leading daily kitchen operations and managing all kitchen staff
  • Preparing, cooking and presenting all Nigerian dishes to highest standard: Jollof Rice (Party & Classic), Fried Rice, Ofada & Ayamase, Suya, Asun, Nkwobi, Isi Ewu, Amala & Ewedu/Gbegiri, Pounded Yam, Egusi, Efo Riro, Ogbono, Oha, Banga, Afang, Pepper Soup (Goat, Fish, Assorted), Moi Moi, etc.
  • Developing specials, controlling portioning and reducing waste
  • Creating prep lists, ordering stock, and liaising with suppliers
  • Maintaining 100% Food Hygiene, HACCP, allergen compliance and EHO readiness
  • Training, mentoring and rostering Chef Assistants / Commis
  • Managing food cost, GP, and working with owner on menu pricing
  • Ensuring consistent taste — every plate must taste like home

*What We Need:*

  • Proven experience as Head Chef / Senior Sous Chef in Nigerian / West African restaurant (UK essential)
  • Expert in cooking almost all major Nigerian dishes — you must be able to cook them blindfolded
  • Strong leadership — able to lead, train and discipline kitchen team
  • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (required)
  • Level 2 Allergy Awareness, HACCP knowledge
  • Right to Work in UK — must be reliable and punctual
  • Able to work evenings and weekends

*Benefits:*

  • £28k-£35k + service charge/tips + performance bonus
  • Free staff meals on shift
  • 28 days holiday
  • Be the founding Head Chef — name on the menu, creative input
  • Growth to Executive Chef as we expand

*Application Questions:*

  1. How many years as Head Chef / Senior Sous in Nigerian restaurant?
  2. List 10 Nigerian dishes you can cook at high restaurant standard.
  3. Do you hold Level 3 Food Hygiene? (Certificate number?)
  4. Can you reliably commute to Surbiton KT6?
  5. Are you available for a paid trial shift (cooking 3 dishes)?

Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Experiencia
    Se requiere
  • Jornada
    Completa
  • Horario
    Monday to Friday
  • Salario
    29.000 £ – 32.000 £ anual
  • Inicio
    Incorporación inmediata

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