Head Chef - Alderley Edge

Mansell Consulting Group Ltd; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Wilmslow is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. You will be responsible for creating exceptional dishes and maintaining high hygiene standards. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills and a keen eye for food quality. The role offers profit sharing, discounts, and career progression opportunities in a supportive environment. If you thrive in a busy kitchen and have a passion for culinary excellence, this could be your next career move.

Benefits

Profit share

Realistic bonuses

Discounts on food & drink

Access to retail perks

Career progression

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Understanding of hygiene standards and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Run the kitchen smoothly and efficiently.
• Create and present high-quality dishes.
• Mentor and motivate the kitchen team.
• Control stock and meet financial targets.
• Maintain high hygiene standards and food safety.
• Innovate specials and menu items.

Skills

Leadership

Food quality obsession

Calm under pressure

Creativity in dish creation

Job description

Head Chef Wanted – Lead. Create. Inspire. We’re on the hunt for a passionate Head Chef to take charge of a buzzing kitchen, lead a talented team, and deliver top‑notch dishes every single time.

What’s in it for you:

• Profit share + realistic bonuses
• Big discounts on food & drink – on and off shift
• Discounted stays across our venues
• Access to retail perks & high‑street discounts
• Career progression + training support
• Wellbeing & mental health support

What you’ll be doing:

• Running the kitchen like a pro – clean, calm, and under control
• Creating dishes that look amazing and taste even better
• Leading, mentoring, and motivating the kitchen team
• Owning stock control and hitting GP targets
• Smashing hygiene standards and maintaining food safety – 5* always
• Bringing fresh ideas to specials and menus

You will be the engine of the kitchen – calm under pressure, obsessed with food quality, and always leading by example.

Sound like your next move? Let’s talk.

Apply now and make your mark.