Head Chef
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | East Sussex |
| Area | East Sussex, England |
| Sector | Head Chef |
| Salary | £60000 - £65000 per annum + amazing company benefits |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | AD - HC_1779187205 |
| Employer | Restaurant |
- Description
Head Chef - Exclusive New Opening | South Downs | £60,000-£65,000 + Bonus + Relocation East Sussex
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a highly talented Head Chef with a Michelin-starred background to lead the culinary vision of an exciting new luxury venue set within the stunning South Downs and just a stones throw from the sea front.
This is far more than a standard Head Chef role - it is a genuine chance to make your mark, build something special from the ground up, and play a leading role in shaping a standout dining destination from concept through to launch.
With an anticipated August start ahead of an exciting October/November opening, the successful candidate will have the rare opportunity to be involved in every stage of the operation.
The Opportunity
- Lead the creation, development, and delivery of the food offering
- Design and develop innovative menus with complete creative input
- Build, recruit, and mentor your own kitchen brigade
- Work closely with ownership on the overall culinary vision and guest experience
- Be involved in the planning and development of a brand-new kitchen design and layout
- Establish standards, systems, and culture from day one
About You
- Proven RECENT experience within a Michelin-starred environment operating at Senior Sous or Head Chef level
- Ambitious, creative, and looking for the opportunity to build a recognised name for yourself
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Passionate about exceptional produce, detail, and guest experience
- Calm, organised, and commercially aware
- exceptional commercial and financial acumen able to manage your environment costing food GP and wage%
Package
- £60,000 - £65,000 basic salary (commensurate with experience)
- Excellent Bonus scheme
- relocation support and assistance available
- Exceptional long-term career opportunity
- Chance to be part of an exciting luxury launch project from the very beginning
This is a truly unique opportunity for an ambitious chef to take ownership of a major new opening and create something exceptional within one of the UK's most beautiful settings.
