Head Chef – Lead Creative Fine-Dining Kitchen

The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Eastbourne is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the Mirabelle Restaurant kitchen. The successful candidate will manage kitchen operations, inspire staff, and create innovative seasonal menus. Ideal for a passionate individual with culinary expertise and a desire to enhance the restaurant's reputation. A supportive environment for developing future chefs is provided, alongside a focus on high dining standards and customer experience.

Benefits

Two weeks off after Christmas

Sundays and Mondays off

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a similar position, ideally as a Sous Chef.
• Understanding of health and safety and food safety guidelines.
• Ability to work under pressure with good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the smooth running of the Mirabelle Kitchen.
• Inspire the team to create and maintain fine dining standards.
• Create seasonal and special occasion menus.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Kitchen Management Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Cost Control

Leadership Experience

Job description

A prestigious hotel in Eastbourne is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the Mirabelle Restaurant kitchen. The successful candidate will manage kitchen operations, inspire staff, and create innovative seasonal menus. Ideal for a passionate individual with culinary expertise and a desire to enhance the restaurant's reputation. A supportive environment for developing future chefs is provided, alongside a focus on high dining standards and customer experience.