Head Chef
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Job Location:
Birmingham - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Head Chef New Opening (City Centre Birmingham)
Location: Birmingham City Centre
Salary: Circa 50000 per annum (final package dependent on experience)
Hours: Approx. 48 hours per week Structured rota (4 on / 4 off)
Opening: New Year 2026 (planning phase)
We are beginning conversations with exceptional Head Chefs ahead of the opening of a new high-end city-centre restaurant launching in Birmingham in the new year.
This will be a produce-led modern restaurant focused on outstanding ingredients confident flavours and visually striking plates designed to sit comfortably among the UKs most exciting contemporary dining destinations.
The concept is food-first design-conscious and built for todays dining audience: refined but relaxed service strong visual identity and a kitchen culture driven by pride professionalism and consistency.
At this stage we are quietly speaking with the right people rather than running a rushed recruitment process.
The Role
As Head Chef you will take full ownership of the kitchen operation and play a key role in shaping the opening from the ground up.
You will be responsible for:
Leading kitchen service across breakfast lunch and dinner
Designing seasonal ingredient-led menus with strong visual appeal
Building training and motivating a high-performing brigade
Delivering consistency pace and quality at all times
Managing food costs stock control and supplier relationships
Upholding exemplary food safety and operational standards
Working closely with senior management throughout the opening phase
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a chef who enjoys both creativity and structure in a high-profile city-centre setting.
About You
Proven experience as a Head Chef or a Senior Sous ready for their first Head Chef role
Background in modern quality-led restaurants or ambitious food concepts
Strong leadership and communication skills
Confident with menu development GP control and kitchen systems
Passionate about produce presentation and detail
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced high-visibility environment
Right to work in the UK
Whats on Offer
Circa 50000 salary dependent on experience
Structured 4 on / 4 off working pattern
Significant creative freedom within a clear concept
Opportunity to lead a flagship opening
Long-term progression as further sites launch
Supportive food-driven leadership team
Next Steps
If youre a Head Chef or a Senior Sous ready to step up and would like to explore a high-quality Birmingham opening with strong backing and long-term potential wed welcome a confidential conversation.
CVs and expressions of interest can be shared to discuss further.
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
