Head Chef / Senior Sous Chef - High-Volume Kitchen

About the role

A busy, high-volume food operation is looking for an experienced, hands-on Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef who can take full control of the kitchen. The role calls for strong culinary leadership, uncompromising food quality and consistency across every dish, service and shift, and the ability to lead from the front under pressure.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, manage and control daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Maintain food quality, taste, presentation, portion control and consistency across all services
• Execute, supervise and standardise a wide range of dishes
• Plan kitchen workflow, preparation schedules, mise en place, production levels and service execution
• Train, motivate and hold the kitchen team accountable for performance, discipline and professional standards
• Develop and implement standardised recipes, preparation methods and operating procedures
• Manage food costs, portioning, waste control, stock rotation, inventory and kitchen profitability
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, sanitation and kitchen organisation
• Coordinate kitchen sections and service teams during peak hours and drive continuous operational improvement

Required profile

• Substantial experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef or in a comparable senior kitchen leadership role
• Proven experience managing busy, high-volume kitchens with consistently high standards
• Strong leadership, organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage pressure, multiple priorities, large teams and demanding service periods
• Excellent understanding of food costing, inventory management, portion control and waste reduction
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP principles, hygiene and kitchen compliance
• Results-driven, with a strong sense of ownership and attention to detail
• Advantage: practical knowledge of Russian cuisine and Eastern European cuisine adapted to a commercial kitchen

Candidates are asked to apply through LinkedIn with an updated CV and details of their kitchen management experience.