Head Chef

Bridge Hotel; Cockermouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Cockermouth is seeking a skilled Head Chef to lead their culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating exceptional dishes, managing a dynamic kitchen, and collaborating on innovative menus. This role offers a chance to work in a busy Lakeland pub environment with opportunities for growth and creativity.

Benefits

Discounted or free food

Free parking

Gym membership

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, recipes, and ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all kitchen activities.
• Manage and mentor kitchen staff, providing guidance and training.
• Collaborate with management to develop innovative menus.

Skills

Team Management

Communication

Culinary Techniques

Leadership

Education

Culinary Arts

Hospitality Management

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Head Chef to lead our culinary team and help take our food to the next level. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating exceptional dishes, the talent and experience to create menus which accentuate the location and the local produce as well as managing a dynamic kitchen environment in a busy Lakeland pub.

Additionally we also hold a Skilled Workers License.

Duties:

• Supervise and coordinate all kitchen activities
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards
• Manage and mentor kitchen staff, providing guidance and training as needed
• Oversee food production processes to maintain high-quality standards
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills to inspire and motivate the team
• Collaborate with restaurant and hotel management to develop innovative menus and specials
• Maintain an organised and efficient kitchen operation

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry, ideally previous head-chef experience
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, recipes, and ingredients
• Excellent team management and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Relevant qualifications in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management are desirable

Additional pay:

• Tips

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays
• Night shift

Experience:

• Chef: 1 year (preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
• Licence/Certification:
• Driving Licence (preferred)