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Head Chef
Head Chef – Up to £60,000 per annum
Sanremo Italian Restaurant is seeking a passionate, creative, and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and drive culinary excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef with strong leadership skills, a passion for authentic Italian cuisine, and a proven ability to manage a busy, high-quality kitchen operation.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume restaurant environment.
- Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and modern culinary trends.
- Proven experience in menu development and kitchen management.
- Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
- Strong understanding of food costing, stock management, and labour control.
- Food Safety Level 3 certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Passion for delivering exceptional food and memorable guest experiences.
Responsibilities
- Lead, inspire, and develop the kitchen team, creating a positive and high-performing working environment.
- Design, develop, and cost innovative seasonal menus that reflect the Sanremo brand and delight our guests.
- Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, service, stock control, and ordering.
- Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and hygiene are maintained at all times.
- Manage kitchen budgets, GP targets, stock rotation, and wastage control to maximise profitability.
- Conduct regular stock takes and maintain accurate inventory records.
- Train, mentor, and support junior chefs and kitchen staff to encourage professional development.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, HACCP, health & safety, and allergen regulations.
- Work closely with the General Manager to drive business performance and enhance the guest experience.
- Lead by example during service, maintaining composure and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
- Coordinate special events, private dining experiences, and seasonal menu launches.
- Maintain excellent communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams.
- Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and any issues are reported promptly.
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- Salary: Up to £60,000 per year, dependent on experience.
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- Employee discounts across the business
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Career progression opportunities within a growing company
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Recognition and reward programmes
About Sanremo Italian Restaurant
If you're an ambitious chef ready to take ownership of a thriving kitchen and make your mark on a growing restaurant business, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help create exceptional dining experiences at Sanremo Italian Restaurant.
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If you're an ambitious chef ready to take ownership of a thriving kitchen and make your mark on a growing restaurant business, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help create exceptional dining experiences at Sanremo Italian Restaurant.
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