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Job Summary
Head Chef Modern Brasserie ConceptHours Ideal First Head Chef Role
Location: Derby
Salary:36000 DOE
Hours: Approx. 40 hours per week
Contract: Full-time permanent
A rare opportunity has opened for a talented Junior Sous or Sous Chef ready for their first Head Chef role OR an experienced Head Chef seeking a better work-life balance working an average 40-hour week in a supportive established environment.
The restaurant is transitioning from a formal fine-dining identity to a more modern relaxed brasserie-style concept with a focus on flavour simplicity and fresh seasonal cooking. This is an exciting moment to step in and help define the next chapter.
Its the perfect setup for someone who wants creative input stability and a calmer pacewithout losing the enjoyment and pride that comes with cooking great food.
About the Venue
This well-established riverside restaurant has a strong local following and is evolving its offer to become more accessible and contemporary. Expect a menu based around:
Fresh pastas
Grilled meats & steaks
Flatbreads
Fish dishes
Seasonal small plates
Classic favourites cooked from scratch
High quality modern flavour-led cooking without fine dining pressure.
The Opportunity
Youll have a genuine say in the direction of the kitchen and will be trusted to:
Help develop and shape the new menu
Refine prep systems & kitchen organisation
Lead a small capable team
Maintain consistency and quality
Recruit and train your right-hand support when needed
Bring fresh ideas that suit the changing concept
This is a supportive environment ideal for someone stepping up for the first time OR someone experienced who wants a less intense pace than high-end kitchens.
Working Pattern (Approx. 40 Hours)
A realistic and balanced rota based on updated opening hours:
Wednesday Friday: Prep dinner service
Saturday: Brunch/lunch dinner
Sunday: Daytime service only
A Head Chef role without 6070 hour weeks extremely rare in todays market.
What Were Looking For
A strong Junior Sous or Sous Chef wanting progression OR an experienced Head Chef wanting a more manageable schedule
Background in fresh food restaurants modern British or brasserie-style kitchens
Calm organised leadership style
Creative flair with understanding of costings
Able to run a small kitchen confidently
Someone excited to build a new identity and menu direction
Passion for flavour-led cooking without unnecessary complexity
Salary & Package
36000 depending on experience
Opportunity to increase salary as the new concept grows
Full creative input into menus
Ability to shape your own team
Supportive ownership and a collaborative working culture
Staff meals pension contribution and typical restaurant benefits
Why This Role Stands Out
- Perfect first Head Chef step-up
- Equally ideal for an experienced Head Chef wanting a better lifestyle
- 40-hour week
- Creative freedom
- Supportive owners no corporate pressure
- A respected venue ready for a fresh direction
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Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Food Industry
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Baking
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
