Our client is a well-known, Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in Oxford with a strong reputation for vibrant, fresh cooking and a lively atmosphere. With a busy service that can reach up to 200 covers at peak times, this is a high-profile kitchen that requires confident leadership, clear organisation and a genuine passion for quality ingredients.
They are now looking for a Head Chef to lead a brigade of 15 chefs, driving standards, consistency and creativity while ensuring the operation runs smoothly during high-volume services.
Youll be wondering whats in it for you as the Head Chef
£70,000 package
28 days annual leave, including bank holidays
Genuine training and progression opportunities
Company pension scheme
Meals on duty
Up to £700 recruitment referral bonus
A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
Discounted dining across the groups restaurants
Wellbeing support programme in partnership with Hospital Action
Access to a hospitality perks platform offering gym discounts, retail savings, cashback benefits and 24/7 virtual GP access
Responsibilities as the Head Chef
Leading, inspiring and developing a kitchen team of 15 chefs
Delivering consistently high standards across a busy, fresh food operation
Overseeing service for up to 200 covers during peak periods
Managing food costs, GP and labour in line with agreed targets
Working closely with senior management to drive the business forward
Youll be a great fit if you
Have proven experience as a Head Chef within a fresh food environment
Are confident managing high-volume service without compromising on quality
Have experience leading and developing large kitchen teams
Understand the commercial side of running a kitchen, including margins and cost control
Lead from the front and set the tone for professionalism and standards
This is an excellent opportunity for a Head Chef who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and is ready to take full ownership of a large, established kitchen within a respected hospitality group.
PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.
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