Head Chef - Permanent Role!
Location: Newchurch - Burton on Trent
Salary: £48,667.50
Hours: 45 Hours per Week 7/8am starts | 5 Days out of 7
Blue Arrow are recruiting for a hands-on Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a prestigious hospitality venue in Staffordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-standard environment and enjoys working alongside their team to deliver outstanding food.
This is not a stand-back management role, you will be fully operational, setting the tone for quality, consistency and service.
The Role
As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day kitchen operation, ensuring high standards are maintained at all times while developing and leading your team.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading from the front - cooking, plating and maintaining exceptional standards
* Managing daily kitchen operations to ensure consistency and efficiency
* Supporting menu development using fresh, seasonal and locally sourced produce
* Training, mentoring and motivating chefs and kitchen staff
* Managing stock, controlling costs and reducing waste
* Ensuring full compliance with food safety, hygiene, HACCP and COSHH regulations
* Engaging with guests and acting on feedback to drive continuous improvement
About You
We are looking for a confident and experienced Head Chef who brings both leadership and operational strength.
* Proven experience in a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef role
* Hands-on approach with a passion for fresh, quality food
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and inspire a team
* Calm under pressure with excellent organisational skills
* Solid understanding of food safety, HACCP and kitchen compliance
* Flexible approach to working hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £48,667.50
* 45-hour contract, 5 days out of 7
* Work within a high-end, well-established hospitality environment
* Free daily meals
* Complimentary use of leisure and spa facilities
* Staff discounts on stays, spa days, food, drink and retail
* Pension scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Structured induction and training
* Career development opportunities
* Refer-a-friend scheme
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