Head Chef – Unique Concept Restaurant

Job Description

Our client is a prestigious establishment in central Cheltenham, offering two elegant restaurant spaces in a stylish setting, with an exciting new restaurant opening soon. They’re searching for an experienced and creative Head Chef to lead the kitchen team, craft exceptional menus, and help shape the restaurant’s culinary identity from the ground up.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as the Head Chef…

• £50,000 to £60,000 per annum
• Full creative freedom to design and develop innovative, seasonal menus
• Lead and build a motivated kitchen team in a brand-new, state-of-the-art kitchen
• Personal development through bespoke on-site and external training

Responsibilities as the Head Chef…

• Overseeing two restaurants with 30 and 32 covers respectively, delivering outstanding food experiences for discerning guests
• Creating inspiring menus that combine creativity with consistency and quality
• Recruiting, developing, and leading a professional and passionate kitchen brigade
• Managing kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service, excellent standards, and strict compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
• Working closely with senior management to establish the culinary style and uphold the restaurant’s prestigious reputation

If you’re a Head Chef with Michelin or 3 Rosette experience, a passion for leadership, and a drive to innovate in a luxury setting, this is a fantastic opportunity to take full ownership of an exciting new kitchen.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

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