Head Chef - Creative Kitchen Leader for Seasonal Menus

AccorHotel; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel stays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Staff Uniforms Provided

Free Staff Car Park

Meal provided on duty

Job summary

Accor is seeking a Head Chef for a busy city centre hotel in Cardiff to lead the kitchen team, delivering high quality food and memorable dining experiences for guests. You will develop seasonal menus, mentor chefs, ensure HACCP and hygiene standards, and collaborate with senior leadership to elevate guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends. You will collaborate with suppliers and drive procurement while enjoying staff benefits, meal on duty, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a senior commercial kitchen role.
• Strong leadership with a hands-on approach.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and uphold high food quality and service.
• Support menu development and culinary innovation while maintaining brand standards.
• Inspire, coach, and develop chefs and colleagues through effective leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, HACCP, and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance the guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Kitchen operations

HACCP knowledge

Evenings & weekends

Job description

Accor is seeking a Head Chef for a busy city centre hotel in Cardiff to lead the kitchen team, delivering high quality food and memorable dining experiences for guests. You will develop seasonal menus, mentor chefs, ensure HACCP and hygiene standards, and collaborate with senior leadership to elevate guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends. You will collaborate with suppliers and drive procurement while enjoying staff benefits, meal on duty, and