Head Chef — St. Paul's Bay, Malta
About the Role
We are seeking a Head Chef to join a leading hospitality operator in Malta. The role offers the opportunity to lead a diverse culinary team and deliver exceptional dining experiences across a portfolio of high-quality restaurants.
Why Join
You will be part of a supportive and dynamic environment where your efforts are recognized and your professional growth is encouraged.
You can look forward to:
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Private health insurance
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Exclusive employee discount card across multiple restaurants, outlets, and partner brands
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Training and development opportunities to grow your career
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Team events and employee recognition initiatives
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Opportunities for internal mobility across hotels, restaurants, and retail concepts
The Job
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Lead the kitchen team and ensure high standards in food quality, presentation, and service
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Oversee preparation, cooking, and plating of all dishes according to recipes and quality expectations
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Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen, ensuring all areas are stocked and sanitised
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Manage daily kitchen setup and breakdown, ensuring all tools, equipment, and ingredients are ready for service
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Handle procurement, stock control, and ingredient quality while minimising waste
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Collaborate with management on menu planning, creating innovative and seasonal dishes aligned with the restaurant concept
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Develop and maintain training programs for senior chefs, promoting strong culinary standards
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Ensure full compliance with the Site Allergen Procedure
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Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth coordination during service
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Review and maintain Food Hygiene Policy with strict adherence to food handling and storage standards
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Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of kitchen staff
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Commit to continuous professional development and stay updated with culinary trends and techniques
Job
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service at all times
- Design and execute seasonal menus focused on elevated British gastro pub cuisine
- Deliver exceptional Sunday roast offerings with attention to detail and consistency
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and portion control
- Manage food cost, stock levels, and supplier relationships
- Train, mentor, and develop the kitchen team to maintain high performance
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
- Collaborate with senior management on concept development and menu evolution
- 💡 What We Are Looking For
- Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a premium gastro pub or restaurant
- Strong expertise in modern British / English cuisine and traditional techniques
- Demonstrated experience delivering high-quality Sunday roast service
- Experience working in Europe or currently based in Malta
- Strong leadership skills with a hands-on and structured approach
- Solid understanding of food costing, kitchen management, and operations
- Ability to perform consistently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- 🎁 What Is On Offer
- Leadership role within a high-profile hospitality project
- Full creative input on menu development and concept execution
- Opportunity to build and lead your own kitchen team
- Competitive salary package and long-term career growth
- 🔥 Ready to Redefine Modern Gastro Pub Dining?
- If you are passionate about British cuisine, thrive on quality and creativity, and want to lead a standout kitchen, this is your moment.
- 👉 Apply now and take the lead in shaping one of Malta’s most exciting dining concepts.
Requirements
- Two to three years of experience in this role or a similar position
- Strong organisational skills, including team supervision and workflow planning
- Excellent attention to detail
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Strong teamwork abilities with mentoring and training skills
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Possession of a valid Skills Pass: www.skillspass.org.mt
- Ready to take the next step? Apply now!
- If this role sounds like the right fit for you, do not wait. Send in your application today and take your culinary career to the next level!
What's on Offer
- You will be part of a supportive and dynamic environment where your efforts are recognized and your professional growth is encouraged.
- You can look forward to:
- Private health insurance
- Exclusive employee discount card across multiple restaurants, outlets, and partner brands
- Training and development opportunities to grow your career
- Team events and employee recognition initiatives
- Opportunities for internal mobility across hotels, restaurants, and retail concepts
- The Job
- Lead the kitchen team and ensure high standards in food quality, presentation, and service
- Oversee preparation, cooking, and plating of all dishes according to recipes and quality expectations
- Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen, ensuring all areas are stocked and sanitised
- Manage daily kitchen setup and breakdown, ensuring all tools, equipment, and ingredients are ready for service
- Handle procurement, stock control, and ingredient quality while minimising waste
- Collaborate with management on menu planning, creating innovative and seasonal dishes aligned with the restaurant concept
- Develop and maintain training programs for senior chefs, promoting strong culinary standards
- Ensure full compliance with the Site Allergen Procedure
- Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth coordination during service
- Review and maintain Food Hygiene Policy with strict adherence to food handling and storage standards
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of kitchen staff
- Commit to continuous professional development and stay updated with culinary trends and techniques
About Outreach Recruitment
Outreach Recruitment Ltd is a Malta-based recruitment agency connecting employers with qualified local and international talent across hospitality, retail, finance, technology, healthcare, construction, engineering, maritime, and other industries.
How To Apply
If your background matches this Head Chef role, apply online today.
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