Head Chef

The QHotels Collection; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel chain in Cambourne is seeking a Head Chef to manage kitchen operations and maintain the highest food quality standards. You will oversee health and safety compliance, lead the kitchen team, and ensure all dishes are presented to high specifications. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in hotel environments and strong people management skills.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Support for training and qualifications

Refer-a-friend scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Experience in a hotel or busy, high-volume operation.
• Conference, banqueting & events catering experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations to ensure high food quality.
• Ensure all health & safety checks are conducted.
• Lead and train kitchen staff by example.

Skills

People management

Food quality and standards

Stock control

Job description

Job Title: Head Chef

Leading by example, you will be hands-on in the kitchen, managing your time to ensure all health & safety, food safety checks, and admin are actioned. You will be responsible for ensuring the quality and delivery of food leaving the kitchen pass is to spec, to a very high standard, and presentable.

Requirements:

1. Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
2. Experience in a hotel environment or in a busy, high-volume operation
3. Conference, banqueting & events catering experience (ideal)
4. Quality & standards driven with a keen eye for detail
5. People management experience
6. Strong knowledge of GP, stock control, costs, and wastage

About Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa:

Located in Cambourne, 7 miles from Cambridge, this 4-star, 120-bedroom property features The Bridge restaurant, Lounge bar, afternoon tea, private dining, and event spaces. Leisure facilities include a gym, pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and Elemis spa.

Our Commitment:

The QHotels Collection is a Disability Confident employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities. We support the UK Armed Forces and have achieved the Silver Award. We offer employee discounts, support with training and professional qualifications, access to an Employee Assistance Program, a refer-a-friend scheme, free parking, and more. Chef whites are provided.