Head Chef - Modern Italian 75K + Bonus
Lead a produce driven kitchen where hyper-seasonal Mediterranean meets open fire!
Job Role: Head Chef
Cuisine: Modern Mediterranean (wood-fired oven & charcoal grill)
Location: Southwest London
Salary: A£75K base + 10% annual bonus
We're partnering with an acclaimed restaurant group to hire a Head Chef for their stunning new southwest London site. This is a chance to shape a menu of bold, ingredient-led Mediterranean sharing dishes in a kitchen built for creativity - think fresh pasta, fire-charred vegetables, and collaborative menu development.
The Restaurant:
* Modern Italian with hyper-seasonal focus (70% vegetable-driven)
* Dual kitchens: wood-fired oven + charcoal grill
* 200 covers (100 terrace)
* Acclaimed sister site with premium suppliers
* New opening and training / menu development period
The Ideal Head Chef:
* Background in high-end restaurants - open fire cooking a big plus.
* Passion for low intervention produce
* Skilled in pasta, fire-cooking, and streamlined menus (3-4 ingredients per dish)
* Leader who can mentor a 15-strong brigade
* Collaborative - will work closely with Creative Director / Exec Chef
Why Apply?
* Career-defining role - Build a team and menu from scratch
* Top-tier perks - Bonus, premium suppliers, work-life balance
* Growth path - Group expansion site in 2026
Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment
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