Head Chef

3 weeks ago

London Area, United Kingdom Smyth & Co Full time

Head Chef


Smyth & Co are looking for an exceptional, Michelin star level Head Chef for one of London's recently opened restaurants.


In the middle of Mayfair, the restaurant offers contemporary European cuisine in a modern, high end and relaxed setting with stunning panoramic views across London’s skyline.

The ideal candidate will have:


For their hard work and commitment, the successful Head Chef will be rewarded with:


  • A generous salary package with service charge distributed equitably to all colleagues
  • Great work life balance: restaurant is closed on Sundays and Mondays; last food order is at 8:45 pm
  • Staff cafeteria with healthy and balanced 24/7 food offerings
  • Dry cleaning for uniforms and work attire
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities including a gym, fitness classes, relaxation room, contemplation room and nursing mothers’ room
  • Life Insurance
  • Enhanced company contribution on pension plan
  • Medical cash plans including optical and dental coverage
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave plan
  • On-site occupational health and safety nurse and wellbeing education sessions
  • High street and online shopping discounts
  • Rewards and recognition initiatives


The successful Head Chef:

  • Has relevant experience of within a similar role of managing a team in a Michelin starred restaurant or luxury 5* hotel
  • Possesses extensive food knowledge, both classical and culinary trends and a high level of creativity.
  • Is knowledgeable and has a good understanding of suppliers and ingredients.
  • Has excellent time management and organizational skills, good communication skills, flexibility
  • Is highly adaptable, naturally positive and capable of working under pressure.




We don't expect this to be around for too long so if this sounds like the new job you had envisioned for yourself, please apply today


Many thanks,


The Smyth&Co Team

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