Head Chef

LGH Hotels Management; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hotel management company as a Head Chef, where you'll lead a talented culinary team. This role involves inspiring staff, creating memorable dining experiences with modern British and European cuisine, and ensuring high culinary standards. Ideal for an experienced chef looking to make their mark in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel stays

Shopping discounts

Free legal & money advice

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume hospitality environment.
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage, train, and develop a team of culinary professionals.
• Create a menu featuring comfort foods and modern British and European cuisine.
• Monitor portion control and implement food safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Techniques

Communication

Time Management

Education

Degree or diploma in culinary arts

Job description

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Are you a culinary visionary with a passion for excellence? Our hotel is seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead our talented team of culinary professionals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for creating unforgettable dining experiences, we want you!

What You'll Be Crafting:

• Inspire and Lead: Manage, train, and develop your team to achieve exceptional culinary standards.
• Culinary Creativity: Guide your team in showcasing their skills and knowledge, creating a menu that features feel-good comfort foods, healthy options, and modern British and European cuisine.
• Efficiency and Quality: Monitor portion and waste control to maintain profit margins, and implement strict food safety and health protocols to ensure compliance.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Be a Culinary Leader: Lead and develop a passionate team of chefs, playing a crucial role in their professional growth.
• Create Memorable Experiences: Your culinary expertise will help deliver unforgettable guest experiences.
• Share Your Knowledge: Use your wealth of experience to deliver culinary excellence and best practices.
• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our Best Western hotel portfolio.
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

• 3+ years of experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume, hospitality environment
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and equipment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Degree or diploma in culinary arts or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures

If you are a passionate and skilled culinary professional who is looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Hotel

Just 5 minutes from the M5 and a short taxi ride from Gloucester train station, you’ll find the Gloucester Hotel, part of the Signature Collection By Best Western. Conveniently located between junctions 11A and 12 of the M5, the hotel is only a 5-7 minute drive from the motorway, whether you’re traveling north or south.

The hotel features 95 bedrooms, including 6 family rooms, and meeting rooms for up to 180 delegates. It also has a Civil Ceremony licence and a versatile wedding suite that can accommodate up to 200 guests. Guests can enjoy the health club, which includes a squash court, beauty treatment area, swimming pool, and children’s pool.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.