Head Chef

Job description

Head Chef – New Opening Mediterranean – East London – £70-85k

A creative, commercially astute Head Chef is needed to lead the launch of a dual-format Mediterranean venue in East London. Casual bar + premium open-fire dining room. Shape two brands from day one.

We are partnering with an ambitious group on a ground-up opening in East London. This is a chef-driven concept with serious ambition – we need a visionary leader to bring it to life.

The Venue:

• East London (prime new site)
• Open-fire cooking, seasonal British produce, Mediterranean soul
• Dual format: Ground-floor bar (small plates) + Upstairs dining (premium) + PDR
• Target 200 covers per day across

The Role:

• Full creative and operational ownership – develop two distinct menus
• Recruit, build, and lead your own brigade
• Drive financials – menu pricing, labour costs, rotas
• Hit ambitious weekly cover targets
• Keep it dynamic with daily specials

The Ideal Head Chef:

• Current Head Chef from high-quality, chef-driven site.
• Michelin guide ambition.
• Deep understanding of Mediterranean/Spanish cooking and open-fire techniques
• Commercially astute, confident, organised
• Ready for a career-defining launch role

Why Apply?

• Take ownership of two brands
• Prime East London location
• Quality produce and open-fire focus
• Serious growth potential

Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

18-03-2026

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English