Head Chef, Hotel Surrey

COREcruitment; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a 4-star independent hotel in Weybridge. The role involves overseeing a brigade of 7 chefs in a high-volume setting, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality. A live-in accommodation option is available. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in hotel kitchens and a passion for team development.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation available

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready for the step up.
• Background in busy hotels or high volume kitchens.
• Confidence running both events and restaurant service.

Responsibilities

• Lead service across a la carte, banqueting and events.
• Develop and mentor your team.
• Control food cost, GP and stock.

Skills

Lead service across a la carte, banqueting and events

Hands-on leadership style

Passion for building a motivated team

Job description

Head Chef – 4 Star Independent Hotel

Salary: Around £50,000 base + percentage of service charge

Start date: January, ASAP preferred

Live-in option available

You will lead the kitchen of a busy, well loved independent hotel with a strong local reputation and consistent trade.

This is a role where you shape the food offer, guide your team, and leave your mark.

The environment

• 4 star independently owned hotel
• 157 bedrooms
• Restaurant, terrace and bar with a strong a la carte focus
• Main event space for up to 350 covers
• 7 additional function and meeting rooms
• High volume service across dining, events and conferences

Your kitchen

• Brigade of 7 chefs
• Experienced Senior Sous Chef in place
• Shared leadership approach where you support and elevate each other
• Steady flow of 30 to 40+ a la carte covers per service, plus functions

Your day to day

• Lead service across a la carte, banqueting and events
• Set menus that guests return for
• Keep standards high and consistent
• Control food cost, GP and stock
• Manage rotas and kitchen organisation
• Develop and mentor your team
• Ensure smooth compliance with HACCP and food safety

What you bring

• Experience as Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready for the step up
• Background in busy hotels or high volume kitchens
• Confidence running both events and restaurant service
• Hands-on leadership style
• Passion for building a motivated, stable team

Accommodation

• Live-in room available in shared property

This kitchen needs a steady leader who cares about standards, people and consistency.

Is this the step where you take full ownership of a hotel kitchen?

Apply now to arrange a confidential conversation and meeting.