Head Chef – Italian Restaurant A‚¬4,000 net per month + benefits Budapest, Hungary

Location:

Budapest, Hungary

Salary:

£3.5k per month + .

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Catering & Hospitality Jobs

Advertiser:

COREcruitment

Job ID:

132347250

Posted On: 

13 October 2025

I’m looking for a creative and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a new Italian restaurant within a soon-to-open boutique hotel. The restaurant will offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner, combining authentic Italian cuisine with modern presentation. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a kitchen from pre-opening through to daily operation, building and leading your own team.

Perks & Benefits

* Competitive salary of A‚¬4,000 net per month
* Accommodation assistance provided.
* Opportunity to lead a new opening and shape the culinary concept
* Creative freedom to develop menus and build a high-performing team

Your Experience

* Minimum 3 years of experience leading a fine dining kitchen with teams of minimum 20 people
* Proven background in Italian cuisine
* Strong organisational and leadership skills with a creative approach
* Fluent in English; previous experience in Michelin-starred or luxury restaurants is an advantage
* Preferably Italian nationality or strong familiarity with authentic Italian cooking techniques
* EU working rights.

Your Responsibilities

* Lead and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality and standards
* Recruit, train, and develop a motivated culinary team
* Oversee menu design, food cost management, and supplier relations
* Collaborate with restaurant management to deliver seamless service
* Maintain the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and efficiency

If you’re interested, Clay at COREcruitment: #

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