Lead the culinary revolution at a historic estate, blending heritage with modern flair.
Job Role:Head Chef
Cuisine:Seasonal British/European with global influences
Location:North of London
Contract:Full-time (48 hours/week)
We’re partnering with a renowned Hertfordshire estate to recruit aHead Cheffor their reimagined riverside restaurant. This is a rare chance to shape the culinary identity of a landmark venue, set within a stunning countryside estate.
The Restaurant:
1. Launching a bold new dining concept in a historic, riverside setting
2. Modern, seasonal menus with refined yet relaxed service
3. Part of a 540-acre estate with event spaces, golf, and luxury hospitality
4. Structured rota with estate-wide collaboration opportunities
The Ideal Head Chef:
5. Proven experience asHead Chef/Senior Sousin high-end restaurants
6. Expertise inseasonal British/European cuisine
7. Strong leadership, mentoring, and cost-control skills
8. Passion formenu developmentand operational excellence
Why Apply?
9. Creative freedom– Shape the restaurant’s culinary identity
10. Work-life balance– No split shifts, structured hours
11. Estate perks– Incentives, tip jar, leisure access, and discounts
12. Career growth– High-profile launch with guest chef collaborations
Sound like you?APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV toOlly at COREcruitment dot com