Head Chef - 4 Star Hotel - Immediate

HR-CL Ltd; Dudley; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A 4-star hotel near Dudley is seeking a Head Chef to lead a professional kitchen team. Responsibilities include managing kitchen staff, planning events like weddings, and ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety. The role offers a salary of £44,000 - £45,000, with straight shifts and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid every 4 weeks

Uniform laundered

Fresh, local, seasonal food

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a kitchen team in a hotel or restaurant setting.
• Ability to plan and execute events like weddings and parties.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a professional kitchen team.
• Plan for weddings and events with precision.
• Manage kitchen staffing, training, and performance.
• Control food costs and stock levels.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Hygiene standards

Job description

Immediate: A Head Chef is required for a charming 4* hotel near Dudley. This is a chance for a Head Chef to start before December approaches – this is a multi outlet hotel but nothing monstrous – relatively quiet during the week with covers in the restaurant of 20 – 40 with an event or wedding at the weekend.

Head Chef Snapshot:

• £44,000 - £45,000
• You get paid every 4 weeks – 1 month you will get paid twice.
• Fresh, local and seasonal food
• Weddings of upto 150 for a sit down
• An attractive/sophisticated 60 cover a’la carte restaurant
• Straight shifts (your rota)
• Uniform laundered

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate a professional kitchen team across multiple service areas
• Plan for weddings, events, and conferences with precision and organisation
• Manage kitchen staffing, rotas, training, and performance
• Ensure effective communication between kitchen, events, and front-of-house teams
• Control food costs, stock levels, supplier relationships, and GP margins
• Uphold high standards of hygiene, safety, and legal compliance (HACCP, COSHH)
• Support the overall guest experience by ensuring reliable and consistent kitchen operations

If you are interested in this Head Chef near Dudley then please apply!