Head Chef - Boutique Hotel

Corecruitment; Ashford; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Kent is seeking a Head Chef to spearhead their kitchen operations. With a focus on fresh, seasonal produce and creative menu development, this role offers excellent opportunities for career advancement and a positive working environment. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and leadership, apply now!

Benefits

Bonus and Tronc Share

Creative control over menus

Team development opportunities

Supplier trips and food innovation sessions

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a fresh food restaurant, hotel, or gastro pub.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and manage a kitchen brigade.
• Passionate about modern British cuisine and creative menu development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team to deliver high-quality food consistently.
• Develop and execute seasonal menus using fresh ingredients.
• Foster a positive and encouraging environment for team development.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Creativity

Passion for Seasonal Produce

Job description

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We’re on the lookout for a Head Chef to take charge of the kitchen at a stunning hotel in Kent! This is a rare opportunity for a Head Chef in the area to lead a beautiful hotel located in a region already buzzing with tourism. We’re seeking an ambitious Head Chef who’s passionate about fresh food and crafting everything from scratch. If you’re driven to earn Rosettes, you’ll have the full support of the team and company behind you in a positive and encouraging environment.

There’s plenty of room to create alternative menus for events, with lots of creative freedom and fun in this role! If you’re a Head Chef in Kent looking for your next opportunity, this is definitely an amazing role to apply for and discuss.

Head Chef requirements:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef fresh food restaurant, hotel or gastro pub.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to inspire, train, and manage a brigade.
• Passion for seasonal produce, modern British cuisine, and creative menu development.
• Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Excellent Tronc Share
• 45-Hour contract and minimal split shifts
• Creative control and input into seasonal menus
• Supportive ownership and clear progression opportunities
• Team development, supplier trips, and regular food innovation sessions
• Opportunity to shape the future of a renowned local favourite.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com