Head Chef – Spanish Tapas Restaurant
hace 3 días
£42000–£50000 anual
Jornada completa
Muswell Hill, London
About Us We are an established and vibrant Spanish restaurant in the heart of Muswell Hill, serving authentic tapas, paellas, premium meats, Spanish wines, sangrias, and cocktails. The Role As Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading all kitchen operations, maintaining authenticity, consistency, and high quality across our tapas and main dishes. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the kitchen team Prepare and oversee authentic Spanish tapas, paellas, grilled meats, seafood, and daily specials Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency Manage stock control, ordering, GP margins, and supplier relationships Maintain food hygiene, health & safety, and HACCP compliance Develop seasonal specials in line with Spanish culinary traditions Train and mentor junior chefs Control labour costs and kitchen efficiency Requirements Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a Spanish restaurant Proven experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant settings with a focus on Spanish cuisine or tapas is highly desirable. Extensive culinary experience with expertise in food production, food preparation, and cooking techniques specific to Mediterranean and Spanish flavors. Strong leadership skills with previous supervising or team management experience in a high-volume restaurant environment. Knowledge of inventory management, food safety standards, and kitchen equipment operation. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Familiarity with dietary requirements and allergy considerations to accommodate diverse guest needs. Join us as our Head Chef and lead an energetic culinary team dedicated to delivering authentic Spanish tapas that excite every palate! We value passionate professionals committed to excellence in hospitality, offering a rewarding environment where creativity thrives and guest experiences shine. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company events Company pension Employee discount Referral programme