Chef de Cuisine

fourseasons; Fleet, Farnham, Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel Service Charge

Hotel Annual Incentive Plan

Up to 20 complimentary nights

Free meals on duty

Shuttle bus service

Holiday entitlement up to 33 days

Bupa dental plan

Salary advance via Wagestream

Employee recognition programmes

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire is seeking a dynamic Chef de Cuisine to oversee the culinary operation at The Wild Carrot restaurant. You will lead and inspire a talented team, develop menus with seasonal ingredients, and uphold the highest standards of culinary excellence during guests’ stays.

You will work closely with hotel management to create unforgettable dining experiences, manage budgets, and drive cost efficiency while mentoring kitchen staff to grow their careers in a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or senior kitchen role in luxury hotel or fine dining.
• Extensive knowledge of modern cooking techniques and seasonal ingredients.
• Exceptional leadership and team management with mentoring skills.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Commitment to culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborative mindset within a dynamic team.
• Relevant culinary qualifications and certifications.
• Experience in managing kitchen budgets and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in a high-performance environment.
• Oversee menu development, food prep and plating.
• Ensure all offerings meet Four Seasons standards with seasonal/local ingredients.
• Manage inventory, orders, budgets, cost controls and waste reduction.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and food safety to regulations.
• Collaborate with hotel management to craft guest-focused dining experiences.
• Foster innovation, creativity and continuous improvement in the kitchen.
• Provide leadership, training and development for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Seasonal ingredients

Team management

Food safety

Budget control

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Set in a restored 18th-century manor in the English countryside, just 40 minutes away from London, Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire offers a humble, comfortable and welcoming home away from home. With 500 acres of bucolic landscape, our hotel grounds allow you to enjoy an unrivalled sense of escape with unlimited access to nature, wildlife and unique outdoor experiences. Whether you’re visiting with your loved one, family or pets, our facilities welcome you with seasonal food and drink options, spa treatments, pop-ups and event spaces with sustainable innovations throughout. The Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire is a resort hotel in the countryside, just 10 minutes from the town of Fleet and Farnham and 45 minutes from London. With a varied selection of restaurants focusing on use of local produce, banqueting for 200 and with 24-hour room service, our guests have a lovely collection to choose from.

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Chef de Cuisine to oversee the culinary operation within The Wild Carrot restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire. Working closely with The Executive and Executive Sous Chef, this is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished and creative chef with a passion for quality, seasonal ingredients, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. You will be responsible for leading and inspiring a talented team, maintaining the highest culinary standards, and ensuring guests enjoy unforgettable meals during their stay.

What you will do

• Lead & inspire the kitchen team, ensuring a collaborative, high performance environment.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, including menu development, food preparation and presentation.
• Ensure all culinary offerings meet Four Seasons standards of excellence, incorporating seasons and locally sourced inredients.
• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and budget controls, ensuring cost efficiency and minimizing waste.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety in compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Work closely with the hotel’s management team to create unique, guest-focused dining experiences.
• Foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement in the kitchen.
• Provide leadership, training, and development opportunities for the kitchen staff, helping them grow in their culinary careers.

What you will bring

• Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or similar senior kitchen role in a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant.
• Extensive knowledge of modern cooking techniques and trends, with a strong appreciation for seasonal ingredients.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills with a passion for mentoring and developing talent.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work well within a dynamic team environment.
• Relevant culinary qualifications and certifications.
• Experience in managing kitchen budgets, costs, and inventory control.

What we offer:

• Excellent Training & Career development opportunities.
• Hotel Service Charge.
• Hotel Annual Incentive Plan
• Up to 20 complimentary nights at any Four Seasons Hotel or Resort around the world with years of service.
• Free meals at Henry's while on duty including fruits, coffee/tea available throughout the day.
• Shuttle bus service from the hotel between Fleet & Church Crookham.
• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off.
• Bupa dental plan available after 6 months of service.
• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential!!
• Free uniform dry cleaning available.
• Annual themed employee party and many social, charitable & sporting events throughout the year.
• Access to Wagestream - salary advance benefit.
• Employee recognition programmes.