Head Chef – New opening

  • Permanent
  • Covent Garden
  • £65k - 70k per year + BONUS USD / Year

London - Perm

Head Chef Opportunity – Exciting New Opening | Mediterranean & Spanish Concept | Mayfair | £65–70K

A renowned Michelin-starred restaurant group is launching an exciting new Spanish-Mediterranean concept in the heart of Mayfair and is looking for an exceptional Head Chef to lead the kitchen from the ground up.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a high-profile restaurant from day one, with full creative control over the menu and a chance to earn critical acclaim.

What’s on Offer:

  • Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 per year + discretionary bonus

  • Brand-new kitchen & opening team

  • Creative freedom – design your own menu, drive innovation, and make your mark

  • Part of a Michelin-starred restaurant group (1* Michelin sister site)

  • Strong support system and infrastructure

  • Opportunity to lead a concept pushing for major accolades

About the Concept:

  • Casual fine dining with a bold, modern Spanish & Mediterranean sharing-style menu

  • Focus on top-quality ingredients: dry-aged meats, line-caught fish, open-fire cooking, seasonal vegetables

  • High-volume yet intimate setting, delivering quality at scale

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead all kitchen operations: team management, service, HACCP, costing, recruitment, stock

  • Oversee menu development, seasonal tastings, and innovation

  • Work collaboratively with FOH, owners, and suppliers to ensure consistency and excellence

  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and kitchen discipline

About You:

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in Michelin-starred environments (Michelin background essential)

  • Passion for Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine

  • Strong leadership with a calm, motivating presence in the kitchen

  • Experience managing high-volume, quality-driven operations

  • Keen eye for detail, love for seasonal cooking, and drive for recognition

This is an incredible platform for a visionary chef looking to create something special, gain industry recognition, and be part of a respected restaurant group known for excellence.

Ready to lead a flagship kitchen and build your legacy? Apply now and be part of one of London’s most anticipated openings.

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