Lead the launch of a unique, contemporary Italian neighbourhood bistro with a speakeasy twist.
We are seeking a creative and skilled Head Chef to spearhead the kitchen of a brand:new, exciting restaurant concept in Dalston. This is a rare opportunity to build a team and menu from the ground up for a venue set to become a local destination.
The Restaurant and Concept :
* Contemporary Italian cuisine with a focus on elevated classics and fresh pasta.
* Core menu developed with a Michelin:starred consultant, with your input on future menus
* Intimate 30:cover dining room with a secret, speakeasy bar.
* Open Wednesday to Sunday, evenings only (5 pm : 11 pm), excellent work:life balance.
* Brand new, fully installed kitchen with a semi:open pass.
The Head Chef Role:
* Full responsibility for the kitchen, including team management, stock, and cost control.
* Execute and eventually evolve the core menu, maintaining the highest standards.
* Lead a small, tight:knit brigade (Head Chef and Chef de Partie to start).
* Develop weekly specials to showcase market:fresh ingredients.
The Ideal Head Chef:
* Proven experience as a Head Chef or ambitious Sous Chef ready to step up.
* A genuine passion for and strong skills in modern Italian cuisine, particularly fresh pasta.
* A creative, hands:on leader who thrives in a launch environment.
* High standards, excellent organisational skills, and calm demeanour.
Ambitious to grow with the business and make your mark on the Dalston food scene.?
Why Apply?
* A guaranteed package of A GBP 50,000 (A GBP 35k basic salary + A GBP 15k tronc).
* Be the founding Head Chef and shape the culinary identity of a unique venue.
* Work with a premium, core menu created by a Michelin:starred consultant.
* Excellent work:life balance with a two:day weekend (Monday and Tuesday closed).
* Clear path for career and creative development as the business grows.
Sound like you? APPLY TODAY
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com