5-Star Kitchen Lead — Elevate Fine-Dining Creations

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive Discounts

Colleague restaurant

Training and development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

28 days holiday including public/bank

Service/length of service awards

Staff rates across Fairmont Cheshire,

Job summary

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere in Knutsford on-site is seeking an experienced kitchen professional to coordinate a brigade of chefs, ensure high standards, train staff, and deputise in supervisors' absence. You will oversee daily operations, maintain hygiene, and contribute to menu development and cost control.

Ideal candidates bring 3 years in hospitality, outstanding communication, and the ability to lead and mentor team members while delivering 5-star guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in the Hospitality Industry.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written & verbal.
• A confident & dynamic speaker, able to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of an organization.
• Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationships with others.
• Proven organizational skills, works well on their own. Able to set and meet deadlines with quality results.
• Applicable job-related skills as per Accountable Duties.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise kitchen team members, ensuring high performance and cohesive teamwork
• Maintain exemplary personal appearance, hygiene standards, and proper food handling procedures
• Work closely with Sous Chefs on daily operations, including reviewing function sheets and communicating updates to the team
• Oversee and demonstrate cooking methods for all outlets, ensuring consistent food quality and presentation
• Manage inventory, participate in ordering supplies, and check incoming goods
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations, Food Acts, and company policies
• Participate in and contribute to training programmes for continuous improvement
• Carry out external duties such as special events, promotions, and demonstrations as required
• Develop and implement new menu items in collaboration with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs
• Monitor and control food costs, minimising waste and maximising resource utilisation
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of food items to maintain freshness and quality
• Assist in the preparation of staff rotas and manage section staffing levels
• Maintain and update recipe files, ensuring standardisation across the kitchen
• Conduct regular quality checks on dishes before they leave the kitchen
• Mentor and coach junior kitchen staff to develop their skills and knowledge

Skills

Hospitality experience

Kitchen leadership

Training & coaching

Communication skills

Job description

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere in Knutsford on-site is seeking an experienced kitchen professional to coordinate a brigade of chefs, ensure high standards, train staff, and deputise in supervisors' absence. You will oversee daily operations, maintain hygiene, and contribute to menu development and cost control.

Ideal candidates bring 3 years in hospitality, outstanding communication, and the ability to lead and mentor team members while delivering 5-star guest experiences.