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Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 48,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire

Expire in: 17 hours

Job Description

️ Head Chef - Luxury Spanish Restaurant | £45,000-£48,000 + Tronc (Up to £60k OTE)
 Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire
 Accommodation assistance available

LJ Recruitment is proud to partner with a luxury Spanish restaurant on the River in Maidenhead - a vibrant and contemporary dining destination renowned for its chic décor, relaxed atmosphere, and authentic Spanish flavours. The restaurant serves up to 450 covers on busy days and is part of an expanding group with two successful venues and a third due to open next year.

We are seeking a Head Chef with proven expertise in Spanish and tapas cuisine, capable of leading a talented team in a high-volume, quality-driven environment.

What We're Offering

Base salary: £45,000-£48,000
On-target earnings: up to £60,000 with Tronc
Accommodation support available for relocation
Five straight shifts per week (on a rota basis)
Opportunity to shape menus, influence new openings, and grow within a dynamic restaurant groupYour Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate, and develop a small kitchen brigade (5-6 chefs)
Maintain exceptional culinary standards with a focus on authentic Spanish tapas
Oversee all kitchen operations - stock control, ordering, and cost management
Ensure food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met
Build strong relationships with suppliers to source premium ingredients
Design and develop seasonal dishes and innovative menus
Deliver a smooth, high-quality service for up to 450 covers per dayAbout You

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a Spanish or Mediterranean restaurant
Excellent leadership and communication skills with a hands-on, inspiring approach
Deep understanding of flavour, presentation, and operational excellence
Passionate about authentic Spanish cuisine and eager to be part of a growing brandIf you're ready to bring your creativity and leadership to a thriving luxury Spanish restaurant, we'd love to hear from you.
 👉 Apply now and be part of one of Maidenhead's most exciting culinary destinations

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