Head Chef

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 25 March 2026
LOCATION
Richmond
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£55,000 / year
CATEGORY
Hospitality
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Menu Development Kitchen Management Food Safety Team Leadership Budget Management Staff Training Communication Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is a renowned group of restaurants and delis known for its vibrant, creative dishes and exceptional hospitality. We are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and supported.

We are now looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team at [Employer hidden] Richmond.

This is a fantastic opportunity to create and oversee a kitchen from the very beginning, develop exciting menus, and help establish [Employer hidden]’s signature style in a brand-new location.

If you’re a talented chef with leadership aspirations, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career with us.

As the Head Chef at [Employer hidden] Richmond, you’ll be responsible for managing the kitchen, leading a talented team, and ensuring the consistent delivery of exceptional dishes that reflect [Employer hidden]’s reputation. You’ll have the opportunity to design menus, oversee kitchen operations, and ensure that every dish meets our high standards. This is a key leadership role that will play an essential part in the success of our new venue.

The Ideal Head Chef will:

  • Lead and manage the kitchen team, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene
  • Develop and design seasonal menus that reflect the [Employer hidden] ethos of creativity, quality, and bold flavours
  • Manage food costs, stock levels, and kitchen budgets
  • Train, mentor, and develop junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and supportive working environment
  • Work closely with front-of-house teams to ensure a seamless dining experience for our guests
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Be a strong communicator with excellent leadership skills

What’s in it for you:

  • The chance to be a part of a new and exciting [Employer hidden] venue!
  • Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, or Primary Care Giver Parent Pay and Paternity Pay after 2 years of service
  • Health benefits package
  • 28 days holiday and pension scheme
  • Excellent training plan and career development opportunities
  • Monthly cooking demos, food, wine, and cocktail workshops in the [Employer hidden] Test Kitchen
  • A positive, inclusive, and supportive workplace with opportunities for growth and internal progression
  • £500 Refer a Friend scheme (recruitment of other Head Chefs)

If you're an experienced Head Chef or a talented Sous Chef looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

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