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HEAD CHEF: A CELEBRATION OF AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE (MID-SUSSEX) 🌶️ Lead the Kitchen at a Brand-New, High-End Dining Destination We are seeking a Maestro de Cocina—a passionate and experienced Head Chef—to lead the kitchen of our highly anticipated new Mexican restaurant in the Mid-Sussex area. This is not simply a job; it is an invitation to preserve, innovate, and elevate the rich culinary heritage of Mexico. Our restaurant is dedicated to authentic, regional Mexican techniques, utilizing high-quality, fresh, and seasonal ingredients. We need a leader who deeply understands the soul of Mexican food, from traditional moles and cochinita pibil to the artistry of masa and salsa. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITY: SOUS CHEF (Second in Command) We are also recruiting a highly skilled and dedicated Sous Chef to work directly alongside our Head Chef. This role is perfect for a talented chef ready to support kitchen management and operation while specializing in traditional Mexican cooking. SOUS CHEF QUALIFICATIONS: • Culinary Expertise: Strong, demonstrable experience (3+ years) in a busy kitchen environment with specific expertise in preparing regional Mexican dishes and ingredients., • Operational Support: Ability to manage daily service, supervise junior chefs, and maintain order on the line in the Head Chef's absence., • Cost Control: Proven track record of managing inventory, minimizing waste, and assisting with food ordering., • Discipline: Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene. WHO WE ARE SEEKING (For Head Chef Role) The ideal Head Chef candidate must be a genuine artisan and a proven leader with the following qualifications: • Custodianship of Tradition: Deep, demonstrable expertise in traditional, regional Mexican and Latin cooking methods and flavour profiles., • Proven Leadership: A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef., • Startup Expertise: Proven experience successfully opening a new restaurant, including kitchen setup, menu development, and team training., • Management Skills: Exceptional ability to manage kitchen operations, control food and labour costs, and maintain stringent health and safety standards., • The Visionary: A true passion for innovation within the framework of authenticity, inspiring a team to deliver excellence every single service. THE OFFER: AN OPPORTUNITY FOR CULINARY EXCELLENCE (For Both Roles) This is a rare chance to shape a concept entirely around your passion for traditional Mexican cuisine. We offer: • Competitive Compensation: Salary is highly competitive and dependent on experience (DOE), supplemented by significant service charge/tips., • Creative Autonomy (Head Chef only): The opportunity to design and execute an authentic menu, putting your distinct culinary stamp on the establishment., • Growth: Work alongside a supportive management team dedicated to quality and success., • Rewards: Generous perks, including complimentary meals during shifts. APPLY TO BE OUR MAESTRO If you are a culinary artist ready to bring the vibrant culture and authentic taste of Mexico to Mid-Sussex, we want to hear from you. Subject Line: Application for [Specify Role: Head Chef or Sous Chef] – Maestro de Cocina