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Head Chef - El Chico's Mexicant Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Chef & Cook

2 July 2025104 views

Expires in 14 days

About Us:
We are an exciting, high-volume Mexican restaurant known for bold flavours, vibrant atmosphere, and top-tier hospitality. We are now looking for a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team as we continue to grow and deliver exceptional dining experiences.
** The Role:**
As Head Chef, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene. This is a fast-paced, high-volume environment serving up to 300 covers daily, so strong leadership, calm under pressure, and efficient organisation are essential.
** Key Responsibilities:**
Lead and manage the day-to-day kitchen operations


Ensure consistency and quality across all dishes


Oversee food preparation, stock control, ordering, and waste management


Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff


Maintain excellent standards of hygiene and health & safety compliance


Work with the management team to develop seasonal and promotional menus


Manage kitchen budgets and control food costs effectively



** Requirements:**
Minimum 3 years' experience as a Head Chef in the UK, ideally in a high-volume setting


Strong background in Mexican cuisine or a proven passion for Latin American flavours


Excellent leadership and team management skills


Experience in managing a kitchen capable of handling 300+ covers


Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance standards


Ability to remain calm, efficient, and positive under pressure


Creativity and a commitment to quality and innovation



** What We Offer:**
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses


Opportunity to shape the menu and influence the direction of the kitchen


Supportive management team and a positive working environment


Career progression opportunities within a growing brand

  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Advanced
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Salary
    £32,000 – £38,000 yearly
  • Benefits
    share of service charge

pin iconStreatham High Road, SW16 1DA, London

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Head ChefLondon

Mexican, Latin, American • 1-10 Employees

Hiring on JOB TODAY since February, 2016

We've been around since 1998 serving customers fresh Mexican food, delicious cocktails and good vibes. Now expanded to be one of London's biggest Mexican restaurant

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