Head Chef

TN United Kingdom; Forest of Dean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious 2 AA Rosette restaurant in Clearwell, Forest of Dean, seeks a passionate Head Chef to elevate its dining experience. With full creative control, you'll lead a dedicated team, using seasonal ingredients to push for 3 AA Rosettes. This role offers a competitive salary, live-in accommodation, and numerous perks, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Workplace Pension Contribution

Team Referral Reward

Uniform

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted meals and treatments

Family & friend discounts

Team Party every January

Longer Service Awards

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a Rosette-standard restaurant.
• Passion for seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team for efficient service.
• Oversee menu development focused on local ingredients.
• Maintain food quality and hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Organizational Abilities

Attention to Detail

Innovation

Education

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef

Job description

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Job Title Head Chef – 2 AA Rosette Restaurant (Pushing for 3 AA Rosettes)

Location Clearwell, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire

Salary Up to £50,000 per annum + Tips & Performance Bonuses

Job Type Full-time, Permanent

Schedule 5 days per week, including evenings and weekends

Live-in Accommodation Live-in is £80 per week. Small double room in a shared house. Shared bathroom with one other room.

About the Role We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled Head Chef to lead the culinary team at a prestigious 2 AA Rosette Restaurant, located within a 3 Red Star Luxury Hotel in the heart of the Royal Forest of Dean. With over a decade of 2 AA Rosette excellence, the restaurant is now ambitiously striving for 3 AA Rosettes. This is a unique opportunity for a driven Head Chef to make their mark, elevating an already acclaimed dining experience to the next level.

The property, once a farm, has been transformed into a stylish boutique hotel with 20 rooms, cottages, and suites, offering a perfect blend of laid-back luxury. Accolades include The Good Hotel’s Guide Country Hotel of the Year 2019, Sawday's Hotel of the Year, and Taste of the West’s Hotel of the Year. The restaurant serves a seasonal menu based on locally sourced ingredients, regularly catering to up to 40 covers per evening.

As the Head Chef, you’ll have full creative control over the menu, working closely with local suppliers to showcase the finest seasonal ingredients. Your leadership will inspire the kitchen brigade as you drive the restaurant towards achieving 3 AA Rosettes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the kitchen team, ensuring smooth and efficient service

Oversee menu development, with a focus on seasonal and local ingredients

Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency

Implement and monitor food hygiene and health & safety standards

Train and mentor junior chefs, fostering a culture of excellence and growth

Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships to optimize kitchen efficiency

Work alongside the management team to ensure the restaurant’s vision is achieved

About You

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a Rosette-standard restaurant

Exceptional leadership and team management skills

Passion for using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients

Strong organizational abilities and high attention to detail

Ability to innovate while respecting the restaurant's established reputation

Committed to pushing for 3 AA Rosettes and elevating the dining experience

What We Offer

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum + Tips & Performance Bonuses

Live-in accommodation available for just £80 per week

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Workplace Pension Contribution of 3%

Team Referral Reward of up to £500 for every new team member personally introduced (T&Cs apply)

Uniform

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted meals and treatments for you

Family & friend discounts on rooms

Team Party every January

Longer Service Awards (Dinner for 2 in the restaurant on each yearly anniversary with the hotel)

Staff Accommodation – Depending on availability

The opportunity to lead a Michelin Guide-listed restaurant to 3 AA Rosettes

A supportive, passionate team environment

Genuine career progression and professional development opportunities

Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to shape the culinary future of a Michelin Guide-listed restaurant nestled in the stunning Forest of Dean. If you are an ambitious Head Chef with a passion for local ingredients and fine dining, we want to hear from you. Join us as we push for 3 AA Rosettes and continue to set new standards in luxury dining.

Location Clearwell, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, GL16 8JS

Apply Now If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career and lead a dedicated team to new heights, apply today.