Head Chef

Accor Hotels; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Cardiff is seeking a Head Chef with strong leadership skills and kitchen management experience. Responsibilities include leading a busy kitchen team, ensuring quality food preparation, and maintaining hygiene and safety standards. The ideal candidate must have experience in managing high-performing teams and the ability to deliver timely meals under pressure. Join us to grow your career in a dynamic kitchen environment providing competitive benefits and development opportunities.

Benefits

Free night stays at UK hotels

30% discount at Accor Restaurants

Grow with Accor Academy

Pension Scheme

Extra holidays each year

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy kitchen, training a high performing team.
• Ability to deliver meals on time under pressure.
• Keen eye for meal presentation and taste.
• Adaptability to challenges in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team effectively.
• Ensure food preparation meets quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with management for menu planning.
• Maintain health and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Hygiene Management

Pressure Management

Job description

Company Description

Overlooking the historic Bute East Dock, Novotel Cardiff Centre is for guests looking for style and comfort. It offers a quiet location close to many local attractions, including Cardiff Castle, Cardiff Bay and St David's Shopping Centre. Relax and unwind with our fantastic leisure facilities, including a gym, swimming pool and steam room. The on‑site Customs Shed restaurant offers a mix of local and international cuisine, while the bar boasts a selection of beverages for you to relax and savour.

Our hotel is conveniently located for both rail and road travellers. It's just an 11‑minute walk from Cardiff Central Station and a 10‑minute drive from the M4. If you're flying in, we're approximately 30 minutes away from Cardiff International Airport. Our facilities are perfectly tailored for business travellers. We've got ten fully equipped meeting rooms available, which can accommodate up to 200 guests.

The hotel makes a great base for anyone travelling further afield too. Brecon Beacons National Park, Caerphilly, Swansea and Bristol are within reach. The hotel is extremely convenient and caters to all types of trip.

Job Description

• Assumes overall leadership and responsibility for the cost effective management of the kitchen team to maximise Food and Beverage profitability.
• Oversees the food preparation, production and implementation of menus which are designed to deliver innovative, safe food and does so by meeting market / customer needs and falls within budgeted guidelines.
• Works in conjunction with Food and Beverage Management team to ensure a quality product and service.
• Maintains Health and safety standards in the kitchen.

Qualifications

As a Head Chef, you will…

• Take the reins in the kitchen, whether you are making decisions or coming up with fresh ways to help the team run better together.
• Communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high‑quality meals to customers on time.
• Recognise and lead the team as a whole, understanding how to maximise their potential.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help to guarantee the care of your entire team and visitors.

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• Experience managing a busy kitchen, training and developing a high performing team who constantly exceed targets.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and getting the best out of your team around you.
• A keen eye for delivering tasty and well‑presented meals to customers each and every time.
• Skill and willingness to take on and adapt to challenges whilst working in a busy kitchen.

Additional Information

• Free night stays in our UK hotels and 30% discount in any Accor Restaurant (T&C Applies)
• Discounted hotel rates all over the world in Accor Hotels
• Continuously learn and develop yourself with our Accor Academy
• Support your wellbeing in your professional and personal lives
• Grow your experience anywhere. Explore limitless opportunities across 5000 hotels in over 100 countries
• Participate activelyininitiatives to build a more inclusive and sustainable world
• And many more benefits and perks : Our objective is simple: make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personality
• Pedal your way to work with our Cycle to Work Scheme
• Take care of your vision with our Eye Care Voucher
• Enjoy extra holidays every year
• Plan for your future with our Pension Scheme
• Explore Merlin Entertainment with our exclusive discount
• Celebrate your birthday with our special Bonanza
• Savor the Accor Dining Experience at our hotels/restaurants
• Seize development opportunities through Accor Academy
• Prioritize your well‑being with VIVUP
• Plus, Accor offers you training in all hotel professions throughout your career, as well as infinite possibilities for career development within the Group's hotels, across multiple establishments and brands.
• And much more awaits you...

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