Head Chef

Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai.

At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities.

As our Head Chef, you will be the driving force behind our kitchen, guiding a talented team to create exceptional dishes and creating a great working atmosphere.

Where are we located?

Located atop a former department store in London's West End, Aqua Nueva serves refined, contemporary Spanish cuisine from the North, with a seasonal à la carte menu and menu del día.

What we bring to the table:

• Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues
• Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave
• Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development
• Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge
• Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk
• Work out: Discounted gym membership
• Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk
• Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500

Your day at Aqua:

• Culinary Leadership and Crafting Recipes for Success: Oversee all kitchen operations, leading the culinary team in creating and presenting exceptional dishes that meet our high standards for quality, flavour, and presentation while driving menu innovation and seasonal offerings
• Team Management: Manage and mentor team members, fostering a positive and collaborative environment, conducting training sessions, and providing performance evaluations to support employee development and culinary excellence

You will be paid £31,785.16 per annum. In addition, you can be a part of the venue's Tronc system, which may give you up to £XX,XXX extra per year. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master.

Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us!

Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.

Apply today as a Head Chef and be part of Aqua's global culinary adventure!