Head Chef: Lead, Innovate & Elevate Guest Dining

Aimbridge; Bedford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership training

Staff discounts

Stream savings

Employee assistance

Career breaks

Incentives

Staff meals

Free parking

Job summary

Aimbridge is hiring a Head Chef in Bedford, UK to oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring top quality and presentation while maintaining cost controls. You will lead a team of chefs, train staff on allergen awareness and uphold safety standards across the kitchen.

You will drive menu design and food creativity, collaborating with other hotel departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences in line with Aimbridge brand standards.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills with expertise in menu planning, recipe creation, and food prep/presentation.
• Strong leadership and management skills to recruit, manage and motivate kitchen staff.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities to coordinate with hotel departments and manage budgets/resources.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety/hygiene regulations and maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
• Adaptability to changing dietary needs with creativity in menu design and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations with focus on quality, presentation and cost control to meet budgets.
• Ensure all food is prepared to high standards and allergen awareness is trained and enforced.
• Lead, train and motivate a team of chefs and kitchen staff while keeping a clean, organized kitchen.
• Be a key figure in maintaining the hotel’s reputation and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

Menu design

Job description

Aimbridge is hiring a Head Chef in Bedford, UK to oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring top quality and presentation while maintaining cost controls. You will lead a team of chefs, train staff on allergen awareness and uphold safety standards across the kitchen.

You will drive menu design and food creativity, collaborating with other hotel departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences in line with Aimbridge brand standards.