Head Chef - New Opening | Cambridge MCG Recruitment are proud to be exclusively partnering with an exciting new restaurant opening in the heart of Cambridge —a bold, high-energy, food-led concept built around quality, pace, and personality. This is not just another opening. It's the start of something ambitious. A brand-new kitchen. A fresh team. And a Head Chef opportunity where you will play a defining role in shaping the menu, culture, and standards from day one. We're looking for a Head Chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves building teams, and is driven by consistency, quality, and execution under pressure. Someone who doesn't just run a kitchen—but builds one. What You'll Be Responsible For: Lead the Launch: Take full ownership of the kitchen during an exciting new opening in Cambridge Build the Team: Recruit, train, and inspire a strong, reliable kitchen brigade from the ground up Set the Standard: Establish consistency, speed, and quality across every service from day one Menu Execution: Deliver a focused, high-impact menu with absolute attention to detail and consistency Operational Control: Manage stock, ordering, GP, and kitchen efficiency to ensure strong commercial performance Health & Safety Leadership: Maintain exceptional hygiene, compliance, and food safety standards at all times High-Pressure Performance: Keep cool, organised, and in control during busy, high-volume service Culture Builder: Create a positive, disciplined, high-energy kitchen environment where people want to perform What You'll Bring: Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready for a leadership step Experience in fast-paced, high-volume kitchens Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach Excellent organisational and commercial awareness Passion for high-quality food and consistent execution Calm, confident decision-making under pressure A genuine desire to build something from the ground up What You'll Get: Competitive salary with quarterly bonus potential Tronc share scheme Free meals on shift 28 days paid holiday Company pension Career progression opportunities within a growing concept Discounted dining Team events, socials, and annual staff festival Away days and team-building experiences This is a rare opportunity to be part of a new opening in Cambridge and shape a kitchen from day one, with the backing of an ambitious and growing hospitality group. If you're ready to lead, build, and make your mark—we want to hear from you. MCG1