Head Chef: Lead Culinary Team | 6 Wks Holiday

Saracen's Head Hotel; Great Dunmow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier destination hotel group in Great Dunmow is looking for a talented Head Chef to join their team. The successful candidate will be passionate about food and culinary excellence, with experience in team leadership and menu creation. The role involves leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This position offers competitive benefits, including private healthcare and a bonus scheme, in an exciting environment that celebrates culinary creativity.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Life Insurance

Annual Health and Wellbeing grant

6 weeks holidays

Discounts on food and accommodation

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team and ensuring high standards.
• Ability to create and cost menus.
• Familiarity with working to labour and GP targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in creating exceptional dishes.
• Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Inspire and develop team members for peak performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Passion for culinary excellence

Menu creation

Understanding food trends

Ability to inspire others

Job description

A premier destination hotel group in Great Dunmow is looking for a talented Head Chef to join their team. The successful candidate will be passionate about food and culinary excellence, with experience in team leadership and menu creation. The role involves leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. This position offers competitive benefits, including private healthcare and a bonus scheme, in an exciting environment that celebrates culinary creativity.