AREE Looking for Head Chef for new opening in Notting Hill

AREE Looking for Head Chef for new opening in Notting Hill

Head Chef

Aree Notting Hill

14 Blenheim Crescent, London, W11 1NN, UNITED KINGDOM

AREE is a new restaurant opening in Notting Hill in spring 2027, celebrating exceptional food, thoughtful drinks and genuine hospitality.

We're looking for an experienced and inspiring Head Chef to lead our kitchen, develop the menu and build a talented, positive team.

What you'll do

Lead the kitchen operation and set exceptional food standards.

Develop seasonal menus that reflect AREE's identity.

Recruit, train and develop the kitchen team.

Manage ordering, stock, food costs, labour and waste.

Ensure consistency, quality and presentation across every service.

Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and allergen standards.

Work closely with the General Manager and owners on the restaurant's development.

Create a calm, organised and ambitious kitchen culture.

We're looking for someone who

Has proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef in a quality restaurant.

Is a confident and supportive people leader.

Has excellent cooking skills and strong menu-development experience.

Understands food costs, gross profit, stock control and labour management.

Is organised, commercially aware and calm under pressure.

Is passionate about seasonal ingredients and consistently excellent food.

Wants to help build a new restaurant and its reputation.

What we offer

The opportunity to shape AREE's menu and kitchen culture.

Clear career progression within a growing hospitality business.

Continuous training and professional development.

Staff meals and employee benefits.

A supportive and ambitious workplace.

Screening Questions

• Do you have experience in a similar role?
• Will your commute be 45 minutes or less?
• Describe your customer service experience