Head Chef: Lead Bold Kitchen, Grow Talent & Profit

Leonardo Hotel Management (UK) Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms

Recognition scheme

Talent referral scheme

Thank You Week

Wellbeing Calendar

Ongoing training and progression paths

Job summary

Leonardo Hotels is seeking a Head Chef to direct the Kitchen department across our UK hotels. You will lead daily operations, design menus, manage costs, and inspire a vibrant team to deliver memorable guest experiences.

The role emphasizes strategic kitchen leadership, cost effectiveness, staff development, and cross-department collaboration to uphold Leonardo’s service standards across the estate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef in a hotel or restaurant.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proven ability to design menus and manage food costs.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Kitchen department daily operations and lead the team.
• Develop creative menus and manage food cost controls.
• Coach and nurture the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Collaborate with other departments to uphold service standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu design

Cost management

Staff development

Creative thinking

Job description

Leonardo Hotels is seeking a Head Chef to direct the Kitchen department across our UK hotels. You will lead daily operations, design menus, manage costs, and inspire a vibrant team to deliver memorable guest experiences.

The role emphasizes strategic kitchen leadership, cost effectiveness, staff development, and cross-department collaboration to uphold Leonardo’s service standards across the estate.