Head Chef - Luxury Spanish Restaurant £45,000-£48,000 + Tronc (Up to £60k OTE)Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire Accommodation assistance availableLJ Recruitment is proud to partner with a luxury Spanish restaurant on the River in Maidenhead - a vibrant and contemporary dining destination renowned for its chic décor, relaxed atmosphere, and authentic Spanish flavours. The restaurant serves up to 450 covers on busy days and is part of an expanding group with two successful venues and a third due to open next year.We are seeking a Head Chef with proven expertise in Spanish and tapas cuisine, capable of leading a talented team in a high-volume, quality-driven environment.What We''re OfferingBase salary: £45,000-£48,000On-target earnings: up to £60,000 with TroncAccommodation support available for relocationFive straight shifts per week (on a rota basis)Opportunity to shape menus, influence new openings, and grow within a dynamic restaurant groupYour Key ResponsibilitiesLead, motivate, and develop a small kitchen brigade (5-6 chefs)Maintain exceptional culinary standards with a focus on authentic Spanish tapasOversee all kitchen operations - stock control, ordering, and cost managementEnsure food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently metBuild strong relationships with suppliers to source premium ingredientsDesign and develop seasonal dishes and innovative menusDeliver a smooth, high-quality service for up to 450 covers per dayAbout YouProven experience as a Hea