Head Chef

TN United Kingdom; Penrith; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations at a contemporary hotel by the shores of Ullswater. This role offers an exciting opportunity to create locally sourced, traditional menus while managing a talented team. With a focus on career development and a supportive environment, this position promises excellent prospects in a thriving organization. Join a team that values creativity and quality, and make your mark in a stunning setting renowned for its relaxed atmosphere and beautiful surroundings.

Benefits

28 Days Holiday

Bonus Scheme

Special rates for friends & family

Team social events

Excellent career prospects

Uniform

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Skilled kitchen manager with experience in overseeing operations.
• Knowledgeable in budget management and achieving GP targets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all kitchen operations across the hotel.
• Create exciting dishes and plan menus for events and parties.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Menu Planning

Budget Management

People Skills

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About the Hotel

This stunning hotel is very much focused on looking after their staff. As well as the obvious benefits, there are many other benefits from working with this company.

• 28 Days Holiday
• Bonus Scheme
• Special rates for you and your friends & family to stay at their Hotels
• Team social events throughout the year
• Excellent career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
• Uniform
• Free Parking

Package

• £50,000 + Bonus and Tips

Why choose our Client?

Our client is a well-established contemporary 40-bedroom hotel located on 18 acres by the shores of Ullswater, near Penrith. The hotel features three food outlets: a main restaurant offering a seasonal 3-course menu influenced by local flavors, a casual dining area open for lunch and dinner, and a Victorian Glasshouse with a pizza kitchen and cocktails by the shore. The hotel is renowned locally and beyond for its relaxed atmosphere and beautiful setting.

What’s involved?

As Head Chef, you will oversee and manage all kitchen operations across the hotel, including events and parties. You should be a skilled kitchen manager, capable of creating exciting dishes and planning menus. You must have sound knowledge of budget management and achieving good GP targets. The ideal candidate is an experienced, professional chef with strong kitchen management and excellent people skills, who will work with the building's history and senior management to present a locally sourced, traditional menu.