Executive Head Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

In-house dining

Staff accommodation

Additional holiday entitlement basedon

Performance-based bonuses up to £7,500

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy seeks an Executive Head Chef to oversee culinary operations in a prestigious Cotswolds setting. Lead a brigade to deliver luxurious dining experiences, develop menus reflecting innovation and high standards, and manage costs, safety, and compliance within a collaborative hotel leadership framework.

The role offers relocation assistance and potential for bonus-driven rewards, with in-house dining and staff accommodation support in a renowned luxury environment.

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.
• Confident working within an exclusive luxury environment.
• Collaborative, ego-free approach with hotel leadership.

Responsibilities

• 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 Orangery project.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Culinary excellence

Job description

Executive Head Chef - Cotswolds | Lead high-end culinary operations with confidence and team spirit.

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?

• 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:

• 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.

• Job Number │ 49073
• Location │ Cotswolds
• Role │ Executive Head Chef
• Consultant | George Smart