Company Overview
We are one of the UK’s leading privately-owned restaurant groups with upmarket Italian and Grill restaurants in central London, major UK cities, affluent towns and their suburbs. Our collection includes Piccolino, Riva Blu, Piccolo and our iconic Bar & Grills restaurants. Our stylish city centre and suburban restaurants offer private dining rooms for meetings, dinners and parties and also al fresco Terraces; heated and covered for all year round dining. Proud of our food heritage and provenance of the freshest ingredients from our own herd of British Limousin cattle at Dinmore Manor Estate, to whole native lobster. We employ a family of well experienced, customer focussed staff across our nationwide restaurants, committed to delivering the best customer service experience possible.
As the Head Chef, you will play a central role in shaping the culinary direction of our restaurant, delivering exceptional dining experiences, and leading a dynamic kitchen team.
Benefits of joining our team.
- 100% tips and gratuities direct to our team
- The Sunday Times – Best place to work 2024
- 50% off your food and drink bill at any of our restaurants, at any time, for up to 6 people
- Competitive rates of pay – we pay the best to get the best.
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages
- Access to up to 40% of earnt wages and financial wellbeing tools through Wagestream
- Employee Assistance Programme through The Drinks Trust, providing 24/7 support and access to counselling services
- Full in-house training through our Individual Restaurants Academy
- Employer contribution pension scheme
- Team meals on shift
- 15% off your grocery bill at Iceland Foods
- Discounts and cashback from hundreds of high street and online retailers
- WSET courses are available for those who are passionate about wine and it provenance.
- Refer a friend scheme.
- Individual Champion programme – acting as an ambassador of your brand and representing your team.
When you join Individual Restaurants, you’re not just joining one team. You’re joining a collection of leading restaurants, all with a stellar reputation for quality service and exceptional food. Explore roles across our collection of 30+ restaurants, Piccolino, Restaurant Bar & Grill, and Riva Blu
About You
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role.
- Culinary qualifications and a strong understanding of various cooking techniques.
- Leadership and team management skills, fostering a positive and creative kitchen culture.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic culinary environment.
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