Executive Head Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Shuthonger; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

In-house dining

Staff accommodation

Additional holiday entitlement

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy is seeking an experienced Executive Head Chef to lead the culinary team in a luxury Cotswolds setting. You will oversee operations in a 3 AA Rosette+ environment, driving innovation, quality and financial targets.

The role requires strong leadership, superb menu development, and a collaborative approach with hotel leadership. Relocation support, in-house dining and staff accommodation are on offer, with a competitive salary and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a 3 AA Rosette+ environment or comparable high-end operation.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, kitchen compliance, and stock management.
• Experience across restaurant, events and banqueting operations.
• Ability to adapt to different service styles and sizes.
• Collaborative with broader hotel leadership and culinary innovation.

Responsibilities

• Leading a strong brigade to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.
• Driving food development and ensuring menus reflect luxury standards and innovation.
• Overseeing GP, stock and payroll control to meet financial targets.
• Maintaining rigorous Health & Safety and compliance standards.
• Developing and mentoring a team, fostering a collaborative culture.
• Contributing ideas for future development, including the Orangery project.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Health & Safety

Stock management

Menu development

Collaboration

Job description

Executive Head Chef – Cotswolds

We're seeking an experienced Executive Head Chef to oversee the culinary team within a prestigious, luxury environment in the Cotswolds. If you bring leadership experience within a 3 AA Rosette+ setting or comparable high-end operation, and possess a collaborative approach, this is an excellent opportunity to elevate your career.

Why apply for this Executive Head Chef role?

Because it offers a unique chance to showcase your culinary expertise while working in an exclusive and scenic setting:

• Basic salary of £65,000 with performance-based bonuses
• Generous Tronc scheme and bonus potential up to £7,500 annually
• Relocation assistance available
• Additional holiday entitlement based on service
• In-house dining and staff accommodation options
• Opportunities for future development within a growing F&B operation
• Supportive, team-focused management environment

Key Responsibilities

The Executive Head Chef will lead all culinary operations, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and service. Responsibilities include:

• Managing a strong brigade to deliver exceptional culinary experiences
• Driving food development, ensuring menus reflect luxury standards and innovation
• Overseeing GP, stock, and payroll control to meet financial targets
• Maintaining rigorous Health & Safety and compliance standards
• Developing and mentoring a team, fostering a collaborative culture
• Contributing ideas for future development, including the potential Orangery project

What we're looking for

• Proven experience in a 3 AA Rosette+ environment or comparable high-end operation
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with a collaborative management style
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, kitchen compliance, and stock management
• Experience across restaurant, events, and banqueting operations
• Ability to adapt to different service styles and sizes
• Confidence working within an exclusive luxury environment
• Personality that is credible, approachable, and team-focused-without ego
• A chef who can work collaboratively with broader hotel leadership and contribute ideas for culinary innovation

If you're looking to take your career as an Executive Head Chef in the Cotswolds to the next level within a prestigious, high-end setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Location │ Cotswolds

Role │ Executive Head Chef