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Head Chef Opportunity High End, High Volume Restaurant, South Coast, UK - RELOCATION OPPORTUNITY Smyth & Co is excited to support our client, a high end restaurant located on the South Coast of England in the search for an exceptional Head Chef to lead their renowned culinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a visionary chef who is eager to make their mark at one of the most prestigious dining establishments on the South Coast. Your Role: Take charge of a highly skilled team of chefs in an upscale, world-class kitchen. Design and curate a distinctive, seasonal seafood menu using the finest ingredients and freshest local produce. Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in food preparation, presentation, and hygiene standards. Collaborate closely with the front-of-house team to deliver a seamless dining experience to a sophisticated clientele. Manage kitchen costs, budgets, and inventory while upholding the highest standards of quality in every dish. Foster a creative, positive, and team-oriented kitchen atmosphere that promotes growth and excellence. What Were Looking For: Proven experience as a Head Chef in a Michelin-starred or high-end fine dining kitchen, ideally with experience managing high-volume service (400 covers). A relentless passion for culinary excellence, with a keen eye for detail and a dedication to delivering outstanding dining experiences. Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and manage a talented team. Expertise in contemporary cooking techniques and food trends, with a flair for creating visually striking dishes. A visionary chef who is excited about pushing the boundaries of luxury gastronomy and delivering an unforgettable dining experience. What We Offer: A competitive salary package, including performance-based bonuses, reflecting your expertise and commitment to excellence. Genuine opportunities for career progression within an innovative, award-winning restaurant group. An excellent work-life balance in a tranquil South Coast location, surrounded by beautiful countryside and coastal views. The chance to work in a state-of-the-art kitchen environment that inspires creativity and sets the stage for world-class culinary achievements. The opportunity to shape the future of fine dining while serving a distinguished clientele. If you are an ambitious and passionate Head Chef with a desire to lead and create extraordinary dining experiences, wed love to hear from you. This rare opportunity will not be available for long To Apply: Please send your CV and portfolio to us as soon as possible to secure your chance to join this great team.