Head Chef – New Italian Restaurant Opening | Central London

Salary: £65,000

Location: Central London

Cuisine: Italian (Pizza & Fresh Pasta)

Opening: New Restaurant Launch

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen of an exciting new Italian restaurant opening in Central London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who loves authentic Italian cooking and wants to be involved from the very beginning — shaping menus, building a brigade, and creating a kitchen culture from day one. The concept focuses on high-quality ingredients, fresh pasta, artisanal pizza, and relaxed yet refined dining.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £65,000
• Opportunity to lead a new opening
• Full involvement in menu development and kitchen setup
• Creative input from pre-opening stage
• Supportive ownership and strong operational backing
• Central London location
• Opportunity to build and train your own team
• Long-term growth potential within the business

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up
• Essential experience in Italian restaurants
• Strong knowledge of fresh pasta production and pizza operations
• Confident with menu creation, costing, and kitchen structure
• Experience opening or launching kitchens is highly desirable
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach
• Passion for authentic Italian cuisine and seasonal ingredients
• Positive, team-focused personality with strong organisational skills

This role would suit a chef who wants ownership, creativity, and the chance to build something exciting from the ground up in a vibrant Central London location.

Apply now for a confidential conversation.