Executive Head Chef — Inspire Teams & Guests

Cairn Group; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel stays

Food and spa discounts

Leadership development programs

Long service awards

Refer-a-friend scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Health care cash plan

Meals on duty

Wellbeing resources

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Head of Department – Kitchen at DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa, part of Cairn Group, leads a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences with high food quality and service standards. You will drive operational excellence while supporting colleagues' growth and development.

You’ll foster a welcoming culture, build strong relationships with colleagues and guests, and help shape a high-performing kitchen that enables the team to thrive.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading a kitchen team in hospitality.
• Strong focus on guest experience and service standards.
• Ability to develop and grow colleagues and manage performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team that delivers exceptional guest experiences.
• Create a welcoming environment where guests feel valued.
• Support the development and growth of team members.
• Drive service standards and operational excellence.
• Build positive relationships across the hotel.
• Help shape a culture where people can perform, grow and succeed.

Skills

Team leadership

Guest experience

Operational excellence

Communication

Job description

Head of Department – Kitchen at DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa, part of Cairn Group, leads a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences with high food quality and service standards. You will drive operational excellence while supporting colleagues' growth and development.

You’ll foster a welcoming culture, build strong relationships with colleagues and guests, and help shape a high-performing kitchen that enables the team to thrive.