Head Chef

Hamilton Mayday; Ware; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider based in Ware, UK is seeking a passionate Head Chef to manage kitchen operations for a well-established hotel. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume kitchens and exceptional leadership skills. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation, leading a team of 15, and ensuring high standards of food and safety compliance. Benefits include a bonus scheme, live-in accommodations, and opportunities for training and career development.

Benefits

Achievable bonus scheme

Live in option available

Share of gratuities

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Stable work history in a similar role.
• Experience within a high volume kitchen such as hotels or restaurants.
• Ability to manage and develop a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall running and management of the kitchen.
• Lead and manage a team of 15 chefs.
• Ensure high standards of food production and presentation.
• Plan and execute a fresh food menu.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and food safety standards.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Ability to cook freshly prepared food

Financial management

Passion for food and customer service

Ability to work well under pressure

Job description

Head Chef, Hotel, SG14 Hertfordshire, up to £45k + bonus, live in accommodation available

This established Hotel has 35 rooms with the kitchen providing breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner as well as an afternoon tea menu. All food is freshly prepared using quality seasonal ingredients and menus changed seasonally.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall running and management of the kitchen
• Leading and managing a team of 15
• Ensuring a high standard of food is produced and presented
• Work closely with the Head of Food to plan and execute a fresh food menu offer for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as functions and special occasions
• Responsible for HACCP, H&S, Food Safety, allergens etc
• Working to budget and GP

Working hours are 5/7 (weekends are included), 45 hours per week

Benefits

• An achievable bonus scheme
• Live in option available
• A share of gratuities
• Training and career development opportunities

What we are looking for

• a passionate and food driven Head Chef with a stable work history
• experience within a high volume kitchen (high street restaurant, hotel or gastro pub)
• ability to cook freshly prepared food with an eye for detail and presentation
• strong leadership skills - able to lead, coach and develop your team
• financially aware and able to manage/work to budget
• a genuine passion for food and customer service
• ability to work well under pressure, remaining calm at all times

Interested?? Then apply immediately