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

01-03-2026

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