Head Chef: Lead Artisan Kitchen & Guest Experience

Aimbridge; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Staff discounts

Stream pay benefits

Employee assistance programme

Career breaks

Incentives

Staff meals on duty

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality is seeking a high-caliber Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager ready to step up into a Head Chef position. With a strong hotel or restaurant background, you will lead kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and guest experiences.

You will train and motivate your team, manage allergens and health and safety compliance, and partner with hotel departments to safeguard the guest journey.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills and knowledge, including expertise in menu planning, recipe creation, and food preparation and presentation.
• Strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to Recruit, manage and motivate a team of kitchen staff to work together effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with other hotel departments and external stakeholders, and to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations and guidelines, and the ability to always maintain strict standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
• The ability to adapt to changing customer preferences and dietary requirements, and to be creative and innovative in menu design and food presentation.
• Food Safety Level 3 qualification would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations with emphasis on quality and presentation and maximise profit and cost margins in line with budget.
• Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standard and comply with health and safety regulations; train staff on allergen awareness.
• Manage and motivate a team of chefs and kitchen staff while maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.
• Be a key figurehead for the business, contributing to the hotel’s reputation and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary skills

Menu planning

Recipe creation

Food presentation

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Organisational skills

Budget management

Allergen knowledge

Dietary adaptation

Job description

Aimbridge Hospitality is seeking a high-caliber Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager ready to step up into a Head Chef position. With a strong hotel or restaurant background, you will lead kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and guest experiences.

You will train and motivate your team, manage allergens and health and safety compliance, and partner with hotel departments to safeguard the guest journey.