Head Chef

Fulliant; Conwy; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established boutique hotel in North Wales is seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen team. This exciting role involves crafting innovative menus that highlight Welsh and seasonal produce while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and compliance. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, managing kitchen operations, costs, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere. Join a forward-thinking company where your culinary creativity can shine and contribute to delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests. If you're eager to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Erfahrung als Küchenchef oder Souschef in einem Hotel.
• Starke Fähigkeiten in der Teamführung und Menügestaltung.

Responsibilities

• Leitung und Inspiration des Küchenteams zur Exzellenz.
• Entwicklung innovativer Menüs mit saisonalen Zutaten.

Skills

Küchenleitung

Menügestaltung

Teamführung

Lebensmittelsicherheit

Kostenkontrolle

Education

Abschluss in Gastronomie oder verwandtem Bereich

Tools

Küchengeräte

Job description

Salary: £45,000 to £48,000 per annum plus bonus scheme and tips

Bedrooms: 30

Food Type: Modern British seasonal food

Accommodation: None

Start Date: February 2025

Caer Rhun Hall is looking to recruit a talented and experienced hands-on Head Chef to take the reins of our kitchen and to join the senior management team.

With over 30 stylish bedrooms, stunning bar and lounge areas, restaurant and extensive conference and banqueting areas, we have established ourselves as one of the leading boutique hotels in North Wales. We are now looking to enhance the offering with an additional Brasserie dining room, lounge areas, and a private dining room.

We are looking to recruit a Head Chef to lead the development of our food offering using fresh and seasonal produce to deliver fantastic food that will exceed our guests’ expectations.

The ideal person is a passionate, hardworking individual who thrives under pressure and challenges and must have a hotel kitchen background. You will ensure the brigade delivers the very best in both service and product and that the menus remain local and seasonal. This role allows full control of the kitchen, so you must demonstrate a financial understanding for control, costing, and pricing.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and inspire a team of professionals to achieve excellence and develop their passion for Welsh produce
2. Craft and execute innovative menus for our Brasserie, Lounge and Bar, Room Service, Private Dining, and Weddings showcasing Welsh and seasonal produce
3. Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and taste
4. Ensure the kitchen is fully compliant with all legislative requirements
5. Manage all the back of house including costs for wages, purchasing of food, and work to achieve the required food GP margins
6. Foster a collaborative and positive kitchen environment

About You:

You will excel in your Chef profession and will be looking to progress within a dynamic company that can help you take the next step on the career ladder. You will have strong people and operational management skills and have experience in the industry at Head Chef or Sous level. Food safety, hygiene, and systems must be at the highest level of control. Available to work shifts, including evenings and weekends as per hotel requirements.