Head chef – new restaurant operation opening – Essex

Company: Mise en Place London
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Location: Loughton
Job Description:

Head chef – new restaurant operation opening – Essex

Head Chef – Independent Restaurant Group – Great reputation – High end steak house operation

Company Profile

OPENING EXPERIENCE PREFERRED within reputable quality restaurant brand – 4 site operation and growing

Role

  • Daily Smooth Running of the Kitchen
  • Menu Planning – costing & recipe specification
  • Stock Control: Supplier Liaison, Ordering, Invoices, Stock Counting, Wastage Control
  • Kitchen Rotas, Recruitment, Team Training & Development, Personnel Files
  • Due Diligence: Food Hygiene, H&S Records & Cleaning Rosters
  • Customer facing manager essential building on establishing a loyal client base from opening.

Candidate Profile

  • Proven Head Chef experience gained within quality brand / comparable steakhouse or brassiere operation
  • Ability to work in a fast paced service – 90 covers
  • Consistent work experience and be looking for a long term role
  • Strong Leadership, Communication, Organisation & Technical Skill
  • Genuine Passion to Cook
  • Ability to Motivate & Train team members effectively
  • Strong on Due Diligence – up to date on current Hygiene Legislation
  • Intention to offer long term commitment to next role

Salary & Benefits

  • Expanding Group and opportunity

In accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, candidates must prove their entitlement to work in theUK– Verification of Documentation will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process

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Posted: June 27th, 2026