️ Head Chef - 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 We're 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 you're ready to bring your creativity and leadership to a thriving luxury Spanish restaurant, we'd love to hear from you.
👉 Apply now and be part of one of Bourne End's most exciting culinary destinations