Head Chef: Creative Kitchen Leader | Menu & Team Mastery

Aimbridge; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Staff discounts

Stream pay

Employee assistance

Flexible working

Sick pay

Holiday entitlement

Staff meals

Gym access

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is seeking an experienced Head Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring quality and presentation while maximizing profit margins. You will train and lead a team of chefs, ensure allergen awareness, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety across the kitchen.

You will manage budgets, food safety, and coordinate with other hotel departments to deliver an exceptional guest experience in line with Aimbridge brand standards.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills with expertise in menu planning, recipe creation, and food presentation.
• Proven leadership and staff management ability in a busy kitchen.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills across departments.
• Deep knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to adapt to dietary requirements and changing customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and ensure quality and presentation meet standards.
• Train and manage chefs and kitchen staff; maintain a motivated team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and allergen awareness.
• Manage budgets, cost control and stock to meet margins.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary skills

Menu planning

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Dietary adaptation

Job description

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is seeking an experienced Head Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring quality and presentation while maximizing profit margins. You will train and lead a team of chefs, ensure allergen awareness, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety across the kitchen.

You will manage budgets, food safety, and coordinate with other hotel departments to deliver an exceptional guest experience in line with Aimbridge brand standards.