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Head Chef - Pan Asian New Concept restaurant

yeatei
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Harpenden, Hertfordshire AL5 2SP, England

Salary

£45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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About Us

  • Be part of a new restaurant concept
  • Opportunity to own the restaurant as part of startup
  • Ability to create a new menu from scratch
  • UK Visa Sponsorship

Were an exciting start-up restaurant with 20 years of combined experience in the industry, aiming to redefine Asian fusion dining. Our concept blends the charm of old Shanghai with modern flair, offering bold flavours, live music, and a sophisticated atmosphere. Were looking for a visionaryHead Chefto help shape the future of our business.

The Role

As our Head Chef, youll be more than just a culinary leaderyoull play a pivotal role in shaping the entire restaurant experience. From advising on potential locations to designing innovative menus and finalising the overall concept, youll work closely with our founding team to bring our vision to life.

Key Responsibilities

  • Menu Development: Design a standout menu that fuses Asian flavours with innovative concepts, focusing on shareable dishes and signature creations.
  • Concept Finalisation: Chinese, Korean and Indonesian cuisines, complete from understanding costs, sourcing and operations
  • Operational Leadership: Oversee all kitchen operations, including hiring, training, and managing the kitchen team to maintain exceptional standards.
  • Budget Management: Work with management to manage food costs, supplier relationships, and inventory control.
  • Restaurant Management: Leverage your front-of-house experience to contribute to a cohesive dining experience, bridging the gap between kitchen and service teams.

About You

  • Proven experience as an Head Chef in high-quality establishments.
  • Previous experience in restaurant management, with strong knowledge of operations and guest service.
  • Expertise in Asian cuisine and fusion concepts is a strong advantage.
  • Creative vision paired with strong organisational and leadership skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for start-ups and new concepts.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a start-up with ambitious plans to create something truly memorable. If youre a culinary leader who thrives on innovation and enjoys shaping a business from the ground up, wed love to hear from you!

Start date

The research and start-up phase of this role will be compensated on a partial basis until the restaurant officially goes live. Were committed to ensuring a smooth transition and rewarding success as we bring our vision to life.

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