Head Chef - Michelin Bib Gourmand - 58-60k Inc Tronc in London, London

London

permanent, full-time

£58,000 - £60,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

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Head Chef – Michelin Bib Gourmand – 58-60k inc tronc
A fantastic opportunity for a Head Chef to join an award-winning London restaurant group, with a focus on high-volume, fast-paced European cuisine and genuine work-life balance.

The Role
We are delighted to partner with a highly respected, multi-site restaurant group to appoint a Head Chef for one of their established London sites. This is a pivotal role offering stability, creative freedom, and a clear path for progression within a people-focused business renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and exceptional fresh food. The successful candidate will be the culinary leader, with responsibility for hands-on kitchen leadership, team development, and full operational management.

The Group

Award-winning modern restaurant group with a Bib Gourmand standard for quality.
Currently operating 6 successful London sites, with more openings planned.
High-volume, fast-paced European restaurants.
A people-focused business known for vibrant atmosphere and exceptional fresh food.
Minimal chef turnover – a structured, supportive environment.
Genuine expansion journey with further sites in the pipeline.

The Head Chef Role

Lead the kitchen at an established, high-volume London site.
Hands-on kitchen leadership across all sections.
Team development – a genuine passion for developing teams and promoting from within.
Full operational management, including stock, cost control, and kitchen systems.
Menu collaboration – creative freedom to shape menus.
Work closely with the wider group on operational delivery.
Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.

The Ideal Head Chef

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in high-quality, fresh food environments.
A background in recognised, quality-driven restaurants is a significant advantage.
Experience in high-volume, fast-paced European cuisine.
Strong leadership skills with a genuine passion for developing teams and promoting from within.
Commercially savvy, with excellent stock, cost control, and kitchen systems management.
A collaborative, energetic team player with no ego.
Committed to a sustainable chef lifestyle.

Why Apply

Excellent salary of £58,000 – £60,000 including tronc.
A sensible 45-48 hour working week, promoting a true work-life balance.
Creative freedom to collaborate on and shape menus.
A clear progression path as the group continues to expand.
A structured, supportive environment known for minimal chef turnover.

How to Apply
If you are a Head Chef ready for a high-volume, quality-driven role within an expanding group, please send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com

02075395579

07599297482