Head Chef

Relais & Châteaux; Llandderfel; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

The Bryntirion Inn is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and elevate our food offering under our Chef Partner and Executive Chef. You will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, driving consistency, creating memorable dining experiences.

We value strong leadership, organisational skills, allergen awareness, and cost control, with opportunities for career development within a supportive hospitality group. Competitive salary and benefits on offer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Head Chef
• Confident leader with excellent organisational skills
• Ability to inspire and develop the kitchen team
• Strong understanding of kitchen management, allergen awareness and cost control

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Lead and develop the kitchen team
• Manage stock and ordering
• Control food costs
• Maintain compliance with food hygiene and health and safety regulations
• Contribute to seasonal menu development

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Allergen awareness

Cost control

Organisational skills

Job description

The Bryntirion Inn is looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and help drive our food offering to the next level. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef who takes pride in delivering exceptional dishes, lead by our Chef Partner and Executive Chef, and creating memorable dining experiences for our guests.

As Head Chef, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and service. You will be responsible for leading and developing the kitchen team, managing stock and ordering, controlling food costs, maintaining compliance with food hygiene and health and safety regulations, and contributing to the creation of seasonal menus that showcase fresh, high-quality ingredients.

We are looking for someone with previous experience as a Head Chef, you will be a confident leader with excellent organisational skills, a passion for producing outstanding food, and the ability to perform under pressure in a busy kitchen. A strong understanding of kitchen management, allergen awareness, and cost control is essential, along with the drive to inspire and develop your team.

At The Bryntirion Inn, we pride ourselves on offering great food, warm hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere. In return, we offer a competitive salary, opportunities for career development, a supportive and friendly working environment, and the chance to play a key role in the continued success and reputation of one of the area's most popular destinations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to play a key role within an ambitious and expanding hospitality group.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Career development opportunities within a diverse portfolio of hospitality businesses.

If you are an experienced hospitality finance professional looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic organisation, we would welcome your application.