**Head Chef Opportunity – High End, High Volume Restaurant, South Coast, UK
Smyth & Co is excited to support our client, a high end restaurant located on the South Coast of England in the search for an exceptional Head Chef to lead their renowned culinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a visionary chef who is eager to make their mark at one of the most prestigious dining establishments on the South Coast.
Your Role:
* Take charge of a highly skilled team of chefs in an upscale, world-class kitchen.
* Design and curate a distinctive, seasonal seafood menu using the finest ingredients and freshest local produce.
* Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in food preparation, presentation, and hygiene standards.
* Collaborate closely with the front-of-house team to deliver a seamless dining experience to a sophisticated clientele.
* Manage kitchen costs, budgets, and inventory while upholding the highest standards of quality in every dish.
* Foster a creative, positive, and team-oriented kitchen atmosphere that promotes growth and excellence.
What We’re Looking For:
* Proven experience as a Head Chef in a Michelin-starred or high-end fine dining kitchen, ideally with experience managing high-volume service (400+ covers).
* A relentless passion for culinary excellence, with a keen eye for detail and a dedication to delivering outstanding dining experiences.
* Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and manage a talented team.
* Expertise in contemporary cooking techniques and food trends, with a flair for creating visually striking dishes.
* A visionary chef who is excited about pushing the boundaries of luxury gastronomy and delivering an unforgettable dining experience.
What We Offer:
* A competitive salary package, including performance-based bonuses, reflecting your expertise and commitment to excellence.
* Genuine opportunities for career progression within an innovative, award-winning restaurant group.
* An excellent work-life balance in a tranquil South Coast location, surrounded by beautiful countryside and coastal views.
* The chance to work in a state-of-the-art kitchen environment that inspires creativity and sets the stage for world-class culinary achievements.
* The opportunity to shape the future of fine dining while serving a distinguished clientele.
If you are an ambitious and passionate Head Chef with a desire to lead and create extraordinary dining experiences, we’d love to hear from you. This rare opportunity will not be available for long!
To Apply: Please send your CV and portfolio to us as soon as possible to secure your chance to join this great team.