Head Chef

Novotel; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual KPI-based performance bonus

Discounted hotel stays with ALL Hearti

Free Bonus Breaks Voucher

Cycle to Work Scheme

Staff Uniforms Provided

Free Staff Car Park

Meal provided on duty

Job summary

Novotel in Cardiff seeks a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team, develop seasonal menus and deliver memorable dining experiences for guests. You will guide daily operations, uphold Novotel brand standards and mentor colleagues in a fast-paced city centre hotel.

The role rewards leadership and culinary excellence with opportunities to influence guest experience and collaborate with senior leadership while managing supplier relationships and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a senior commercial kitchen role.
• Strong leadership skills with a hands on approach.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the kitchen team, ensuring top quality, presentation and service.
• Support menu development and culinary innovation while maintaining brand standards.
• Inspire, coach and develop chefs through effective leadership and mentorship.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP and hygiene standards.
• Monitor food preparation, production and service across culinary outlets.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to boost guest experience.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and support procurement practices.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Evenings/weekends availability

Menu development

Job description

Job Description

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Head Chef will lead the kitchen team in delivering high quality food and memorable dining experiences for our guests. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, commercially minded chef who enjoys working in a fast paced city centre hotel and takes pride in developing seasonal menus, leading a successful team and consistently delivering excellent food and service.

• Lead the daily operations of the kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and service excellence.
• Support menu development and culinary innovation while maintaining Novotel brand standards and incorporating local influences.
• Inspire, coach, and develop chefs and colleagues through effective leadership, training, and mentorship.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, HACCP, and hygiene standards.
• Monitor food preparation, production, and service standards across all culinary outlets.
• Collaborate with senior leadership team team to enhance the overall guest experience.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and support effective procurement practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a senior commercial kitchen role
• Strong leadership skills with a hands on approach
• Solid knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Additional Information

Benefits

• Annual KPI-based performance bonus
• Discounted hotel stays across the world with ALL Heartist Card
• Free Bonus Breaks Voucher
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Staff Uniforms Provided
• Free Staff Car Park
• Meal provided whilst on duty