Head Chef Job East London – £60,000
Chef Recruitment Agency London | Independent Restaurant Opportunity
Maison Chefs, a specialist chef recruitment agency London, is currently recruiting for a Head Chef job in East London within a unique, independent neighbourhood restaurant.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Head Chef or ambitious Sous Chef to lead a quality-driven, ingredient-led kitchen in one of London’s most vibrant areas.
If you are searching for Head Chef jobs in London, East London chef jobs, or opportunities within independent restaurants, this role offers creativity, autonomy, and long-term potential.
Role Overview – Head Chef East London
This Head Chef role will oversee a small, focused kitchen team delivering a menu based on seasonal, ingredient-led cooking with a simplified approach.
The restaurant operates at approximately 80 covers, allowing for quality, consistency, and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the kitchen team
• Deliver high-quality, ingredient-led menus
• Maintain consistency across service
• Manage stock control and kitchen operations
• Develop and mentor a small brigade
• Ensure strong kitchen organisation and standards
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for:
• Experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
• Background in independent restaurants or quality-led kitchens
• Passion for simple, produce-driven cooking
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Ability to run a small, efficient kitchen team
Salary & Benefits
• Salary up to £60,000
• East London location
• Independent restaurant concept
• Small team and manageable covers
• Opportunity for creative input and growth
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to secure a Head Chef job in East London through a trusted chef recruitment agency, offering the chance to lead a neighbourhood restaurant with real personality and quality.
