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Head Chef Dining

Job in Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1, England, UK
Listing for: COREcruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-06
Job specializations:
  • Restaurant/Food Service
    Food & Beverage, Restaurant Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 GBP Yearly GBP 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Head Chef - Premium All-Day Dining 70k OTE

Head Chef – Premium All-Day Dining 70k OTE - Oxford

Lead a high-volume kitchen in one of Oxford's most iconic venues.

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious, independently owned restaurant in Oxford for an experienced Head Chef. This Head Chef role offers a rare chance to take the helm of a 200+ cover, all-day operation within a stunning setting. The successful Head Chef will lead a brigade of 15+ chefs, serving rustic yet chic Mediterranean-inspired food.

The Restaurant & Role:
  • Premium restaurant, all-day dining: brunch, lunch, and dinner.
  • High-volume operation: 500-600 covers on busy days, plus private events and weddings.
  • Menu focused on seasonal, fresh Mediterranean dishes.
  • Head Chef position leading a tight-knit team.
  • Top-of-the-range kitchen with an open pass.
The Ideal Head Chef:
  • A proven leader with experience running a high-volume, quality-driven kitchen.
  • Strong background in European cuisine and seasonal menu development.
  • Excellent all-round operator: skilled in cost control, ordering, rotas, and team development.
  • Hands‑on, energetic, and able to maintain standards and motivate a team under pressure.
  • Passionate about using the best local produce.
Head Chef Benefits & Package:
  • OTE of up to £70,000 (including a fixed tronc/service charge).
  • Complimentary 'Manager's stay' in a hotel every six months.
  • 50% discount on food across the group's renowned restaurants.
  • Paid day off on your birthday, 28 days holiday, pension, and meals on duty.
  • Clear progression path within a small, growing luxury group.
  • Possible assistance with accommodation for the right candidate.

This is an unmissable Head Chef opportunity for a talented leader ready to make their mark. A full handover with the outgoing Head Chef is planned.

Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!

Interviews involve a site visit, a practical cook‑off, and meetings with senior management. For full details and a confidential chat, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.

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