Job Description

Overview

Head Chef - The Taru IG9 5BW - New Opening!

Your Mission

Lead the Culinary Direction

- Own the kitchen. Innovate. Curate world-fusion menus that surprise and delight.

Champion Quality & Consistency

- From mise en place to final plating, ensure flawless execution every time.

Inspire the Brigade

- Recruit, train, and empower a team that shares your standard of 5-star excellence.

Maximise Performance

- Manage stock, budgets, suppliers, and operations with absolute efficiency.

Ensure Safety & Compliance

- Uphold the highest health & safety and allergen standards, always.

Drive Profitability

- Spot the gaps, reduce waste, and make every dish work harder on the plate and in the books.

Be a Tastemaker

- Stay ahead of global trends and bring innovation to every corner of the menu.

About You

You are not just a chef. You're a creator. A leader. An orchestrator of unforgettable dining experiences. And you bring:

Luxury Experience

- Proven success as Head Chef or Sous Chef in a premium/luxury environment

Obsessive Attention to Detail

- You spot the 1% that elevates the 99%

Commanding Leadership

- Calm, collected, and inspiring in the heat of service

Creative Vision

- A passion for flavour, fusion, and reimagining Mediterranean cuisine

Operational Expertise

- Strong grasp of kitchen logistics, food safety, and cost control

Polished Professionalism

- Confident, warm, and precise -- both in the kitchen and front of house

Duties

Lead and manage the kitchen team, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient operations. Oversee food preparation processes, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations. Develop innovative menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and current culinary trends. Supervise food production, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and portion sizes. Train and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration. Manage inventory levels, ordering supplies as necessary to maintain stock. Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area, adhering to hygiene standards.

Experience

Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role within a restaurant or hospitality setting. Strong culinary skills with a deep understanding of food preparation techniques and kitchen management. Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience in team management and supervising staff. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A passion for food production and creativity in menu development. Knowledge of health and safety regulations within the kitchen environment.
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge as our Head Chef, we invite you to apply and join our vibrant team dedicated to culinary excellence.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: 42,000.00-48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Employee discount Referral programme Sick pay
Application question(s):

Do you have fine dining experience ? Are you creative? You must have great garnish
Work Location: In person