Head Chef - Exciting New Restaurant Launch Location: Reading- Harehatch Hours: 40 hours per week (daytime-focused shifts, no late nights) Salary: Dependent on experience 35,000+ Are you a passionate and experienced chef looking to take the lead in a brand-new kitchen?Our client is opening a brand-new restaurant as part of their thriving garden centre group, and they''re seeking a talented Head Chef to launch and lead the kitchen. With a menu built around hearty carveries and all the much-loved classic favourites, this is a fantastic opportunity to put your stamp on an exciting new venture.The OpportunityAs Head Chef, you''ll oversee the kitchen from the ground up - shaping menus, establishing standards, and building a strong team culture. From perfecting Sunday roasts and carveries to delivering comforting classics, you''ll take pride in creating consistently high-quality dishes that keep customers coming back.Why Join?Be part of something new - lead the opening of a brand-new restaurant.Sociable hours - no split shifts and no late-night finishes.Creative input - help design and deliver menus with a focus on carveries and timeless favourites.Leadership role - build, train, and inspire your own kitchen team.Stable, full-time position - 40 hours per week in a busy, customer-focused setting.Friendly, supportive culture - join a well-established group with a great reputation.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan, prepare, and deliver fresh, high-quality food with a focus on carveries and cla