Head Chef - Lead a Prestigious High-End Kitchen

Harrods; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious dining establishment in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead their high-end kitchen. You will oversee daily operations, ensure food safety, and inspire your brigade to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in similar roles and strong leadership skills. This position offers competitive pay, sociable hours, and excellent benefits including generous annual leave and in-store discounts.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary plus tronc

Sociable working hours

33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Birthday off free

Up to 33% in-store discount

Generous pension

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Head Chef in high-volume, high-end restaurants.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations and inspire a team.
• Strong background in hygiene and food safety.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen's daily operations and team.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Manage internal systems for efficient workflows.
• Collaborate with the Sous Chef to optimize resources.

Skills

Leadership and motivation

Time management

Attention to detail

Creativity in food preparation

Customer focus

Tools

SAP

Workday

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A prestigious dining establishment in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead their high-end kitchen. You will oversee daily operations, ensure food safety, and inspire your brigade to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in similar roles and strong leadership skills. This position offers competitive pay, sociable hours, and excellent benefits including generous annual leave and in-store discounts.