Executive Head Chef

Goldenkeys; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious 5-star hotel in Bath seeks an Executive Head Chef to lead a passionate kitchen team, driving culinary excellence and developing innovative menus. This role offers creative control and significant opportunities for growth, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

F&B discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Meals on duty

Internal progression opportunities

Milestone recognition awards

Qualifications

• Experience in Michelin-starred or 3 AA Rosetted kitchens is necessary.
• Proven track record in leading kitchen teams.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team across three dining offerings including fine dining and all-day dining.
• Developing seasonal menus that maintain quality and flair.
• Recruiting and training a team of 12 chefs.

Skills

Leadership

Innovative Menu Development

Food Safety Standards

Cost Control

Team Development

Job description

Job Description

Were proud to be supporting an exceptional collection of stylish hotels across the UK. One of their flagship properties, a multi-award-winning 5-star hotel in the heart of Bath, is now seeking a visionary Executive Head Chef to lead and inspire their growing kitchen brigade.

This is a rare opportunity to take the reins at a hotel renowned for its elevated fine dining and elegant afternoon teas, and is the perfect stage for a chef with a background in Michelin-starred or 3 AA Rosetted kitchens.

Youll be wondering whats in it for you as the Executive Head Chef

• £75,000 to £85,000 per annum plus an annual performance bonus
• Full creative control of multiple food outlets
• Unrivalled opportunity to shape and build your own brigade
• F&B and hotel stay discounts across the group
• Perkbox benefits platform
• Internal progression opportunities
• Meals on duty
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Milestone recognition and awards

Responsibilities as the Executive Head Chef

• Leading a passionate team across three key offerings: a 50-cover fine dining restaurant (dinner service only), a 75-cover all-day dining space serving afternoon tea, breakfast and light fare and bespoke menus for exclusive events
• Developing innovative seasonal menus that balance flair with quality
• Recruiting, training and developing a dynamic brigade (target team of 12 chefs)
• Working closely with the hotels senior leadership to drive culinary excellence
• Maintaining impeccable standards across food safety, cost control, and supplier relationships

This is a very exciting time to join the team as the kitchen is expanding, the standards are sky-high, and youll have all the tools and support needed to leave a long-lasting legacy.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

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