Head Chef - Exciting New Restaurant Launch Location: Reading- Harehatch Hours: 40 hours per week (daytime-focused shifts, no late nights) Salary: Dependent on experience £35,000 Are you a passionate and experienced chef looking to take the lead in a brand-new kitchen? Our client is opening a brand-new restaurant as part of their thriving garden centre group, and they're seeking a talented Head Chef to launch and lead the kitchen. With a menu built around hearty carveries and all the much-loved classic favourites, this is a fantastic opportunity to put your stamp on an exciting new venture. The Opportunity As Head Chef, you'll oversee the kitchen from the ground up - shaping menus, establishing standards, and building a strong team culture. From perfecting Sunday roasts and carveries to delivering comforting classics, you'll take pride in creating consistently high-quality dishes that keep customers coming back. Why Join? Be part of something new - lead the opening of a brand-new restaurant. Sociable hours - no split shifts and no late-night finishes. Creative input - help design and deliver menus with a focus on carveries and timeless favourites. Leadership role - build, train, and inspire your own kitchen team. Stable, full-time position - 40 hours per week in a busy, customer-focused setting. Friendly, supportive culture - join a well-established group with a great reputation. Key Responsibilities Plan, prepare, and deliver fresh, high-quality food with a focus on carveries and classic dishes. Design and develop seasonal menus alongside the F&B Manager. Lead, train, and support the kitchen team. Ensure strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. Manage costs, stock, and supplier relationships. Work closely with front-of-house teams to deliver smooth service and customer satisfaction. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Head Chef or a Sous Chef Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire a team. A passion for fresh, hearty, and seasonal food - especially roasts and carveries. Solid knowledge of kitchen management and food safety standards. If you're excited by the chance to launch and lead a brand-new restaurant, specialise in carveries and classic favourites, and enjoy a better work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. If this sounds like you, please apply below, immediate start is available, so don't wait! For a confidential chat, get in touch with Felicity on (url removed) or (phone number removed). Take the next step in your hospitality career - without sacrificing your evenings