Head Chef – Premium All-Day Dining 70k OTE – Oxford

Location:

Oxford (OX1) – Oxfordshire, South East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£70k per year + .

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Catering & Hospitality Jobs

Advertiser:

COREcruitment

Job ID:

132635527

Posted On: 

18 January 2026

Head Chef – Premium All-Day Dining 70k OTE – Oxford
Lead a high-volume kitchen in one of Oxford’s most iconic venues.

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious, independently owned restaurant in Oxford for an experienced Head Chef. This Head Chef role offers a rare chance to take the helm of a 200+ cover, all-day operation within a stunning setting. The successful Head Chef will lead a brigade of 15+ chefs, serving rustic yet chic Mediterranean-inspired food.

The Restaurant & Role:

* Premium restaurant, all-day dining: brunch, lunch, and dinner.
* High-volume operation: 500-600 covers on busy days, plus private events and weddings.
* Menu focused on seasonal, fresh Mediterranean dishes.
* Head Chef position leading a tight-knit team.
* Top-of-the-range kitchen with an open pass.

The Ideal Head Chef:

* A proven leader with experience running a high-volume, quality-driven kitchen.
* Strong background in European cuisine and seasonal menu development.
* Excellent all-round operator: skilled in cost control, ordering, rotas, and team development.
* Hands-on, energetic, and able to maintain standards and motivate a team under pressure.
* Passionate about using the best local produce.

Head Chef Benefits & Package:

* OTE of up to A£70,000 (including a fixed tronc/service charge).
* Complimentary ‘Manager’s stay’ in a hotel every six months.
* 50% discount on food across the group’s renowned restaurants.
* Paid day off on your birthday, 28 days holiday, pension, and meals on duty.
* Clear progression path within a small, growing luxury group.
* Possible assistance with accommodation for the right candidate.

This is an unmissable Head Chef opportunity for a talented leader ready to make their mark. A full handover with the outgoing Head Chef is planned.

Sound like you? APPLY TODAY!
Interviews involve a site visit, a practical cook-off, and meetings with senior management. For full details and a confidential chat, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.

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