Executive Chef

The Fearrington House; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Bath seeks an Executive Head Chef to lead its renowned kitchen. This prestigious role offers the opportunity to shape the culinary direction of a 5 Red Star Hotel and Spa, ensuring exceptional dining experiences while mentoring a talented team. The ideal candidate will possess Michelin star experience and a passion for culinary excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Discounts across hotels

Free meals on duty

Opportunities for learning and development

Clear progression opportunities

Milestone rewards

Qualifications

• Experienced chef with 4 to 5 AA Rosettes and Michelin star standards.
• Passionate and dedicated, capable of coaching and mentoring.
• Hands-on during key times, eager to develop cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Set culinary agenda for the hotel, ensuring exceptional food experiences.
• Grow and develop culinary offerings from breakfast to celebratory meals.
• Collaborate with senior management to enhance guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Expertise

Coaching

Passion for Cooking

Job description

Company Description

The Brownsword Group has created arguably the most iconic collection of historic countryside and city centre hotels, all wonderful properties set within beautiful grounds and cities, each with its own stories to share. Generosity, quality, and welcoming hospitality are at the core of their ethos. Being exceptional hoteliers has been the foundation of their success, building a reputable hospitality business.

Job Description

The Opportunity

A unique opportunity has arisen to lead The Bath Priory kitchen as Executive Head Chef.

The renowned 5 Red Star Hotel and Spa has maintained its prestigious reputation and is recognized throughout the industry as one of the best in Bath. The kitchens and restaurants have consistently showcased excellence over the decades, both nationally and internationally. This role offers a rare chance for someone to be the custodian of The Bath Priory's next culinary chapter.

We are seeking an outstanding leader, an inspirational figure, and a culinary expert who has achieved 4 to 5 AA Rosettes, with Michelin star-quality cuisine, and the ability to coach and develop others to achieve the same.

The hotel & Spa features a high-quality restaurant, a unique L’Occitane Spa (the only one in the UK), and is a member of Relais & Châteaux. It offers development opportunities and unique experiences few others can match.

Key points about the role:

• Reporting to the Regional General Manager, the Executive Chef will set the culinary agenda for the hotel, ensuring guests have an exceptional food experience, whether fireside feasting or celebrating in the dining rooms.
• We aim to grow and develop our culinary offerings, from breakfast to afternoon tea and celebratory meals, always guaranteeing flavor and fun.
• The focus is on quality food and memorable experiences, cooking for up to 50 covers in our dining rooms and up to 75 in casual settings (outdoor terrace and indoor casual restaurant).
• Located in the beautiful City of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage site known as the Great Spa town of Europe, surrounded by local produce, regional suppliers, and our own kitchen garden.

A little more about our location:

• Bath is a city in Somerset, England, famous for its Roman-built baths, situated in the River Avon valley, 97 miles west of London and 11 miles southeast of Bristol.
• The hotel is housed in a grand 1835 Georgian Manor on 4 acres of gardens, 2 miles from the Roman Baths and 3 miles from the city center.
• Bath offers excellent transport links, including Bath Spa train station on the main line between Bristol and London, and Bristol Airport about an hour away. The city is also close to the M4 motorway.

The individual we seek:

• An experienced, highly skilled chef with 4 to 5 AA Rosettes and Michelin star standards.
• Someone passionate, dedicated, enthusiastic, and capable of coaching and mentoring their team.
• A passionate chef who loves to cook, be hands-on during key times, and continuously push to develop their cuisine.
• A team player and leader, willing to collaborate with the senior management team to shape and evolve The Bath Priory's guest experience.
• Keen to engage with the local community and partners, including colleges and food shows.

Additional Information

Perks include:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Retail and hospitality perks via our Perkbox platform.
• Discounts across our hotels—25% off food & beverage, staff rates of £25 B&B, plus special rates for friends and family.
• Support through an externally run confidential helpline and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free meals on duty.
• Opportunities for learning and development with tailored pathways.
• Clear progression opportunities, including internal promotions up to General Manager roles.
• Milestone rewards such as champagne, afternoon tea, dinners, longer stays, extra days off, and personalized gifts.