Head Chef

Head Chef

We are looking for an exceptional Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our exciting new restaurant opening in Richmond. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced chef to build and lead a talented team, develop outstanding Italian cuisine, and play a key role in launching a new dining destination.

Essential Requirements

• Extensive, proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in high-quality Italian restaurants.
• Outstanding knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine, including fresh pasta, regional specialties and seasonal menus.
• Strong expertise in food cost control, GP management, stock control and waste reduction.
• Experience creating profitable menus while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Proven ability to recruit, train and motivate a kitchen team.
• Excellent leadership, organisation and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, HACCP and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• Performance‑related bonus.
• Opportunity to shape a brand‑new restaurant from launch.
• Career growth within an ambitious hospitality business.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

We are looking for someone with a passion for authentic Italian cuisine, outstanding leadership skills and a proven track record of delivering exceptional food while controlling costs. We’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your Italian culinary experience and achievements in food cost management.

Job Details

• Experience: Required
• Employment: Full‑time
• Salary: £44,000 – £46,000 yearly
• Benefits: tronc, bonus

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