Head Chef – Lead a High-Quality Kitchen (Live-In)

Cornwall-Staff-Agency-Ltd; Holsworthy; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Job summary

Cornwall-Staff-Agency-Ltd is assisting a busy resort and spa near Holsworthy to recruit an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen operation and drive the food offering. You will oversee menu planning, develop dishes, manage stock and order supplies, mentor the kitchen team and ensure strong GP margins and food quality.

This permanent role offers £38,000–£40,000 per annum, a 40-hour week with overtime paid during peaks and live-in accommodation; you will report to management in a vibrant

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready for promotion.
• Experience managing busy kitchen operations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent stock control and ordering experience; knowledge of food safety and health & safety legislation.
• Passion for delivering high-quality food and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
• Leading, mentoring and developing the kitchen team.
• Menu planning and food development.
• Stock control, ordering and supplier management.
• Managing GP margins and food costs.
• Ensuring consistently high food quality and presentation standards.
• Maintaining Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and HACCP compliance.
• Managing rotas and labour costs.
• Working closely with management to drive the food offering forward.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Stock control

Food safety

Customer service

Job description

Cornwall-Staff-Agency-Ltd is assisting a busy resort and spa near Holsworthy to recruit an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen operation and drive the food offering. You will oversee menu planning, develop dishes, manage stock and order supplies, mentor the kitchen team and ensure strong GP margins and food quality.

This permanent role offers £38,000–£40,000 per annum, a 40-hour week with overtime paid during peaks and live-in accommodation; you will report to management in a vibrant