Head Chef : 4 Star Independent Hotel
Salary: Around A GBP 50,000 base + percentage of service charge Start date: January, ASAP preferred Live:in option available
You will lead the kitchen of a busy, well loved independent hotel with a strong local reputation and consistent trade.
This is a role where you shape the food offer, guide your team, and leave your mark.
The environment
4 star independently owned hotel
157 bedrooms
Restaurant, terrace and bar with a strong a la carte focus
Main event space for up to 350 covers
7 additional function and meeting rooms
High volume service across dining, events and conferences
Your kitchen
Brigade of 7 chefs
Experienced Senior Sous Chef in place
Shared leadership approach where you support and elevate each other
Steady flow of 30 to 40+ a la carte covers per service, plus functions
Your day to day
Lead service across a la carte, banqueting and events
Set menus that guests return for
Keep standards high and consistent
Control food cost, GP and stock
Manage rotas and kitchen organisation
Develop and mentor your team
Ensure smooth compliance with HACCP and food safety
What you bring
Experience as Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready for the step up
Background in busy hotels or high volume kitchens
Confidence running both events and restaurant service
Hands:on leadership style
Passion for building a motivated, stable team
Accommodation
Live:in room available in shared property
This kitchen needs a steady leader who cares about standards, people and consistency.
Is this the step where you take full ownership of a hotel kitchen?
Apply now to arrange a confidential conversation and meeting.