London
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.