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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.

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Location:
City Of London
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Food

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