Responsibilities
* Managing the brigade ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient running of the kitchen operation.
* Demonstrating a committed approach to the development of creative menus and service.
* Ensuring the quality of food meets the exceptional standard expected when dining at Grantley Hall.
* Continually striving towards achievement and improvement.
* Keeping the Head Chef aware of any relevant feedback from hotel guests or the team.
* Assisting on sections or providing help with other duties when required.
* Training and delegating tasks to the junior members of the team.
* Ordering on a daily basis while keeping in mind stock usage, menu planning, and business levels.
* Maintaining cleanliness, stock control, organisation, and standards of the kitchen.
Qualifications
* A true passion for food.
* An enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
* Good kitchen & knife skills.
* A thorough understanding of health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchen.
* A willingness to work to the high standards demanded from a luxury establishment.
* Innovation, creativity, and attention to detail.
* Relishing the pressure of the kitchen environment.
* Experience of supervising and guiding others.
Company Overview
Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five‑star, 17th‑century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award‑winning spa, and a cutting‑edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience. The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.
Benefits
* Tips typically over £200 per month (£2,400 per year).
* Complimentary bespoke uniform and chef whites.
* Complimentary meals whilst on duty.
* Refer a Friend bonus – Earn up to £1,000.
* Complimentary employee car parking.
* Complimentary state‑of‑the‑art onsite gym – with personal trainer support.
* 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with service.
* Professional development opportunities at all levels.
* Reimbursement on work shoes, sight tests and professional memberships.
* Modern and spacious discounted live in accommodation for eligible roles.
* Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector.
* We support our employees to do more with their money and help their wellbeing, providing access to a wide range of stand‑out well‑being support.
* We celebrate success with an annual awards ceremony as well as team events and incentives throughout the year, celebrating training achievements, birthdays, marriages, new babies and length of service awards.
* Employee Assistance Programme helpline and online support, along with wellbeing champions onsite.
* Team Member of the Month awards.
* Discount on Grantley Hall’s Restaurants, Spa products and Gift Shop.
* Discounted stays at Grantley Hall, as well as other Pride of Britain Hotels.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Access to Wagestream, allowing you to instantly access your wages.
* Simplyhealth – Health cash plan.
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