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- Luxury Spanish Restaurant | £45,000-£48,000 Tronc (Up to £60k OTE) Location: Bourne End, Buckinghamshire Accommodation assistance available LJ Recruitment is proud to partner with a luxury Spanish restaurant on the River in Bourne End
- a vibrant and contemporary dining destination renowned for its chic décor, relaxed atmosphere, and authentic Spanish flavours.
The restaurant serves up to 450 covers on busy days and is part of an expanding group with two successful venues and a third due to open next year .
We are seeking a Head Chef with proven expertise in Spanish and tapas cuisine, capable of leading a talented team in a high-volume, quality-driven environment.
What Were Offering Base salary: £45,000-£48,000 On-target earnings: up to £60,000 with Tronc Accommodation support available for relocation Five straight shifts per week (on a rota basis) The opportunity to shape menus, influence new openings, and grow within a dynamic restaurant group Your Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and develop a small kitchen brigade (5-6 chefs) Maintain exceptional culinary standards with a focus on authentic Spanish tapas Oversee all kitchen operations
- stock control, ordering, and cost management Ensure food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met Build strong relationships with suppliers to source premium ingredients Design and develop seasonal dishes and innovative menus Deliver a smooth, high-quality service for up to 450 covers per day About You Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a Spanish or Mediterranean restaurant Excellent leadership and communication skills with a hands-on, inspiring approach Deep understanding of flavour, presentation, and operational excellence Passionate about authentic Spanish cuisine and eager to be part of a growing brand If youre ready to bring your creativity and leadership to a thriving luxury Spanish restaurant, wed love to hear from you.
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