Head Chef – New Steak & Grill Restaurant – Wolverhampton Area
Excellent Salary up to £40k + Profit Share Scheme
We’re opening a brand-new Steak and Grill restaurant on the outskirts of Wolverhampton and are looking for a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen from the front.
This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a brand-new kitchen, build your team, and shape the food identity from the ground up. You’ll also enjoy a profit share scheme and an all-expenses-paid week in Spain to train and immerse yourself in the brand and culture before opening.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead your kitchen: Build, train, and inspire a talented brigade focused on quality, consistency, and teamwork.
* Create and deliver: Develop menus that celebrate top-quality steak and grill classics with your own creative flair.
* Maintain excellence: Uphold the highest standards in food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation.
* Control and optimise: Manage stock, GP, and kitchen budgets efficiently to drive profitability.
* Work closely with the GM: Collaborate to deliver exceptional guest experiences and a smooth FOH/BOH operation.
* Own your kitchen: Treat it like it’s your own business – with freedom, responsibility, and rewards to match.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a busy grill, steakhouse, or premium casual dining environment.
* A leader and mentor who gets the best out of people through passion and positivity.
* Strong knowledge of grill cookery, butchery, and fresh ingredients.
* Excellent organisational and financial skills with a focus on maintaining GP and reducing waste.
* Calm under pressure, flexible, and focused on delivering consistent quality.
What’s in It for You
* Excellent base salary plus profit share – a genuine opportunity to share in the restaurant’s success.
* All expenses paid week in Spain for brand immersion and training.
* The freedom to shape your own kitchen and menus.
* Supportive, forward-thinking owners who value creativity and initiative.
* Be part of an exciting new opening with a strong, passionate team.
If you’re a chef who loves great food, great people, and the thrill of a new challenge, this is your chance to make your mark