Head Chef — Lead Kitchen, Menu & Team Growth

Chartwells Independent; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurest is hiring a Head Chef in Newport, Wales, for a full-time role contracted to 35 hours per week. You will lead a kitchen team, create exceptional food experiences for Eurest clients, and drive improvements in service while upholding safety and hygiene standards.

Ideal candidates will have Head Chef experience, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to delivering top-quality meals within brand guidelines. The role involves shift patterns including nights and days.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Proven Head Chef experience
• Strong leadership and team development
• Excellent communication and relationship-building
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients.
• Identify opportunities to improve food service.
• Create a positive kitchen environment and lead the team.
• Deliver concepts to customers and maintain brand image.
• Manage food orders, stock control and waste.
• Oversee cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
• Manage budgets and meet financial targets.
• Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health & Safety standards

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Under pressure

Reliability

Safety-minded

Food passion

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

Eurest is hiring a Head Chef in Newport, Wales, for a full-time role contracted to 35 hours per week. You will lead a kitchen team, create exceptional food experiences for Eurest clients, and drive improvements in service while upholding safety and hygiene standards.

Ideal candidates will have Head Chef experience, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to delivering top-quality meals within brand guidelines. The role involves shift patterns including nights and days.