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Head Chef

On-site in London·Added 11 days ago (last checked 1 Oct)

Overview

Job details

  • Apply by Tuesday 3 November

    The date the employer’s listing closes.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high quality Restaurant;
  • Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce;
  • A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail;
  • Proven ability to manage, train and motivate a Kitchen brigade;
  • Experience in managing staff costs, scheduling and reviewing staff rotas;
  • Strengths in finances, purchasing and menu costing;
  • A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures;

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Dining & Hospitality

  • Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants
  • CODE App membership - Discount at some of the UK's best restaurants

Health & Wellness

  • Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK
  • 24/7 GP & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare
  • 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing
  • Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it
  • Health, legal, money and debt support services available

Entertainment

  • Up to 55% off cinema tickets
  • Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more)
  • Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK

Financial Support

  • Wagestream - stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it
  • Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning
  • Company donations for your involvement with charities

Special Occasions & Recognition

  • Wedding gift & newborn care package - celebrating your big occasions
  • Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment
  • Employee referral scheme - earn up to £600 per referral

The role

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes and specials; you will play a key role in menu development, working closely with the Directors. You will manage the overall kitchen operation, including prep schedules, stock control, budgeting and maintenance, as well as the day to day management of the kitchen team.

If you have the following, then we want to hear from you:

This is a very exciting opportunity not to be missed for a talented Head Chef eager to join a restaurant group with ambitious plans.

Head Chef - Sabor

Sabor are seeking a Head Chef to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Chef looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group.

The Restaurant

Founded by Nieves Barragan, Sabor (meaning flavour in Spanish) takes you on a journey from the tapas bars of Andalucía, through to the asadors of Castile and the seafood restaurants of Galicia. Sabor focuses on capturing the flavour of Spain as well as showcasing the use of traditional ingredients and cooking methods, and a relaxed approach to dining.

The quality of the produce our kitchen enjoys is unparalleled. Upstairs in the Asador, whole suckling pigs are cooked in the wood-fired oven, and octopus are simmered in giant copper pots. Downstairs in the restaurant, a seafood counter sits next to dining bar, where guests can oversee the kitchen in full service.

Sabor was awarded a coveted Michelin Star in 2018.

The Group

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World's 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2024.

The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor, and Lyle's, along with cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, Bibi, and Ambassadors Clubhouse. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound.

JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.

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