Head Chef

Malmaison Hotel du Vin; Winchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hospitality group in Winchester is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations and inspire a passionate team. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £42,500 along with numerous employee benefits such as discounted room rates, apprenticeship programs, and wellness initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary and kitchen management experience, ready to uphold the highest standards of food quality and guest satisfaction.

Benefits

Discounted Staff Room Rates

Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate

Apprenticeship programmes

Healthcare Cash Plans

Referral schemes

Complimentary anniversary stays

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and ensuring high standards in food preparation.
• Strong leadership abilities to inspire and motivate kitchen staff.
• Ability to handle food safely and maintain hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the running of the kitchen ensuring all dishes meet high standards.
• Support the General Manager in managing kitchen operations.
• Inspire the kitchen team to consistently deliver quality food.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Kitchen Management Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Leadership Experience

Cost Control

Job description

Hotel du Vin Winchester

Head Chef

Permanent position

Up to 42500 including TRONC / 45 Hours per week

About the Role

Get paid for doing what you love get loads of perks and benefits learn something new and make a career for Life with Hotel Du Vin

Get a taste for our Kitchen Do you love watching your food leave the pass knowing that the guest will love eating it as much as you loved cooking it Do you love people and making guests smile Can you deliver on our high standards every day

Can you do all this whilst overseeing the running of the kitchen Can you support the General Manager by inspiring the kitchen team to deliver perfect dishes every time

Do you want to be part of something different working with the best food drink and a brand you can be proud of

We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Senior Head Chef role we actively encourage internal development and progression. Onwards and upwards!

About You

We need someone who can deliver high standards daily, manage the kitchen operations, support the General Manager, inspire the team, and maintain quality.

Benefits

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from 65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops experiences holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental optical medical and more available from 5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to 1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
• A decent uniform that doesnt make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like Pay Day Lunches / Treats National Popcorn Day Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as its earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time stream up to 50% of the money youre already earned learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st 3rdand 5thanniversary with Dinner Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer healthier happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme free confidential advice available 24 / 7 to you and your family

Plus on completing your probationary period you will be provided with :

• Private Medical Healthcare
• Bonus Plan based on clear and transparent KPIs
• Critical Illness cover
• Life Assurance

Our Sustainability Goals :

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace

Equal Opportunities

Frasers Hospitality Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race sex disability religion / belief sexual orientation or age.

Key Skills

• Culinary Experience
• Food Handling
• Restaurant Experience
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Food Preparation Experience
• Kitchen Experience
• Food Industry
• Cooking
• Cost Control
• Baking
• Sanitation
• Leadership Experience

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1