Executive Head Chef — Lead Kitchen, Menus & Team

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United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Service charge

Staff discounts 25%

Meal on duty

Employee assistance programme

Staff transport discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Old Swan & Minster Mill is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. You will drive food quality, safety and profitability across hotel restaurants, bars and events in the Minster Lovell area.

We value a self-motivated, engaging personality with strong leadership skills and a passion for seasonal menus. This full-time role offers a competitive package and benefits within a vibrant hotel group.

Qualifications

Hands-on chef who leads from the front and motivates the team.
Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
Experience building and updating menus aligned with brand and seasonality.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage kitchen operations with high standards of quality, presentation and consistency.
Develop and update seasonal menus to reflect guest expectations and trends.
Oversee food preparation across all service areas including events and banqueting.
Recruit, train and mentor kitchen staff to build a high-performing team.
Control food and labour costs and manage kitchen budgets while maintaining profitability.
Ensure compliance with all safety, hygiene and regulatory standards.
Manage purchasing, supplier relationships, stock control and inventory management.
Collaborate with hotel management on guest experiences and revenue opportunities.
Monitor guest feedback and implement continuous improvements.