Overview
I’m looking for a creative and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a new Italian restaurant within a soon-to-open boutique hotel. The restaurant will offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner, combining authentic Italian cuisine with modern presentation. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a kitchen from pre-opening through to daily operation, building and leading your own team.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary of €4,000 net per month
- Accommodation assistance provided.
- Opportunity to lead a new opening and shape the culinary concept
- Creative freedom to develop menus and build a high-performing team
Your Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience leading a fine dining kitchen with teams of minimum 20 people
- Proven background in Italian cuisine
- Strong organisational and leadership skills with a creative approach
- Fluent in English; previous experience in Michelin-starred or luxury restaurants is an advantage
- Preferably Italian nationality or strong familiarity with authentic Italian cooking techniques
- EU working rights.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality and standards
- Recruit, train, and develop a motivated culinary team
- Oversee menu design, food cost management, and supplier relations
- Collaborate with restaurant management to deliver seamless service
- Maintain the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and efficiency
If you’re interested, please contact Clay at COREcruitment: clay@corecruitment.com
Job Tenure: Permanent
