Head Chef

The Swallow Falls Inn; Wales; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A charming inn in Wales is seeking a dedicated Head Chef to lead its kitchen team and deliver exceptional culinary experiences. You will manage daily operations, ensuring quality and presentation of dishes, while leading a talented team. Experience in a fast-paced environment and strong leadership skills are essential. This role is ideal for someone passionate about food and customer satisfaction, with the opportunity to work in a stunning location near Snowdonia National Park.

Benefits

Paid holidays for birthdays

Employee Assistance Programme

Discount on food and accommodation

Award-winning employer recognition

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and inspire a team.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations, orders, and budget effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to create exceptional dining experiences.
• Ensure quality, freshness, and presentation of all dishes.
• Manage daily kitchen operations and financial targets.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Leadership

Ability to work under pressure

Creativity

Education

Relevant culinary qualification

Job description

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do. The Inn Collection Group is a multi‑award‑winning pubs‑with‑rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer‑focused, warmth, and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

What We Offer

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead‑Inn development programme.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns.
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same‑day bookings.
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you).
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give‑inn back scheme.
• Join an award‑winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

About the Inn

Next to the spectacular Swallow Falls on the Afon Llugwy, The Swallow Falls Inn, set to open in February 2025, offers the perfect base for exploring Snowdonia National Park. Located just two miles from Betws‑y‑Coed, this charming inn is surrounded by Gwydyr Forest and boasts 38 bedrooms and a 34‑pitch campsite with glamping pods. With natural beauty, history, and adventure right on the doorstep, it’s an ideal spot to experience the majesty of the area.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

When guests walk through the doors of our Inn, the experience truly begins in the kitchen. As Head Chef, you set the standard, bringing your creativity, skill, and dedication to every dish that leaves your team’s hands. From ensuring every meal is professionally prepared to perfection, your passion for culinary excellence makes our Inns not only a delight to dine at but also an inspiring place to work.

Being a Head Chef is challenging and requires hard work, but your leadership is key to creating exceptional dining experiences. With a focus on quality, freshness, and presentation, you lead a talented kitchen team to consistently deliver exceptional food that keeps guests coming back.

In addition to leading the team, you’ll take full responsibility for the kitchen’s daily operations, ensuring smooth running, managing orders with nominated suppliers, and meeting financial targets. Your ability to stay calm under pressure and efficiently achieve budgeted costs for food, wastage, and wages ensures everything runs to perfection.

If you’re dedicated, passionate and love working in a fast‑paced environment, we think you’ll fit right inn…

ICG supported Tristan’s development, enabling him to grow from Chef de Partie into the role of Head Chef. Watch Tristan’s Video to learn more about the role of a Head Chef https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/join-inn

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