Head Chef

Location: Edgware - London 
Salary: Competitive (based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Kitchen Team Structure : 1 x Head Chef, 1 x Sous Chef, 1 x Tandoor Chef/Helper, 1 x KP

Company Benefits

• Free meals on duty
• Closed every Monday and Christmas Day
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for menu creativity and innovation
• Career development within a growing brand

About the Restaurant

Our client is a vibrant Indian dining concept offering authentic flavours, warm hospitality, and a memorable guest experience. Their menu spans traditional Indian curries, regional speciality dishes, modern street-food classics, and bold Indo-Chinese fusion favourites. They are seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team and uphold our reputation for culinary excellence.

Role Overview

The Head Chef will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu development, food preparation, staff leadership, and maintaining the highest hygiene and safety standards. A strong background in Indian cuisine is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Excellence

• Prepare and supervise a wide range of dishes, including:
  • Traditional Indian curries (vegetarian, chicken, lamb, prawn)
  • Popular street-food snacks
  • Indo-Chinese dishes such as chilli chicken, manchurian, hakka noodles and fried rice
• Maintain exceptional quality, flavour consistency, and presentation
• Update menus with seasonal ideas and new concepts
• Ensure effective portion control, cost management, and reduced food waste

Kitchen Leadership & Management

• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff
• Manage staff schedules, task delegation, and performance
• Coordinate service flow with the front-of-house team
• Oversee stock control, ordering, and supplier management

Hygiene, Safety & Compliance

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation
• Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations and HACCP principles
• Monitor safe food storage, handling, and preparation
• Conduct regular kitchen checks and hygiene training

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef within an Indian restaurant
• Strong knowledge of curries, tandoori methods, street-food, and Indo-Chinese cuisine
• Background in managing a fast-paced commercial kitchen
• Understanding of food cost management and inventory control
• Food hygiene and safety certification (preferred)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills

Working Hours

48 hours per week - Example Rota Below:

• Tuesday: 11:30am – 10:00pm (90 min break)
• Wednesday: 11:30am – 10:00pm (90 min break)
• Thursday: 11:30am – 11:00pm (90 min break)
• Friday: 11:30am – 11:00pm (90 min break)
• Saturday: 11:30am – 11:00pm (90 min break)
• Sunday: Day Off
• Monday: Day Off

Average Cover Count Per Night

• Monday to Thursday 20-30 Covers
• Friday to Sunday - 30-40 Covers 

How to Apply

If you are passionate about Indian cuisine and capable of leading a high-performing kitchen, we would welcome your application. Join us in shaping an exceptional culinary experience for our guests.

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