Head Chef: Lead Kitchen, Create Specials, Earn Profit Share

Craigside Manor; Penrhyn-Side; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

Profit sharing

Staff discounts

Discounted hotel stays

Wellbeing support

Development programmes

Staff meals on shift

Job summary

JW Lees is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and drive culinary excellence across our pubs, inns and hotels in North Wales. You will shape the menu, curate specials using top-quality produce and maintain rigorous kitchen standards.

You will manage stock, mentor chefs and collaborate with management to deliver outstanding guest experiences. A proven track record in high-volume, quality-focused kitchens is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a high-standard kitchen team.
• Ability to design and curate menus using quality produce.
• Strong stock control and cost awareness.
• Proven mentorship and staff development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to maintain the highest standards.
• Cook and prepare dishes ensuring every plate meets specification.
• Oversee stock control, portioning and ordering.
• Motivate and develop team, sharing skills and knowledge.
• Create in-house specials and oversee daily kitchen operations to achieve 5* scores on the doors.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Stock control

Mentoring

Operational kitchen management

Job description

JW Lees is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and drive culinary excellence across our pubs, inns and hotels in North Wales. You will shape the menu, curate specials using top-quality produce and maintain rigorous kitchen standards.

You will manage stock, mentor chefs and collaborate with management to deliver outstanding guest experiences. A proven track record in high-volume, quality-focused kitchens is essential.