Head Chef Leader: Craft Menus & Elevate Your Team

Harri; Witney; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Service charge

Perkbox access

Staff discounts

Employee helpline

Free meals on duty

Career development

Internal promotions

Milestone gifts

Job summary

Old Swan & Minster Mill near Oxford is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen with warmth and drive. You will motivate the team and ensure consistently excellent service.

You will develop menus, mentor culinary staff, control costs, and uphold food safety standards while delivering memorable guest experiences.

The role offers opportunities for progression and access to staff perks across Brownsword Hotels, with on-site meals and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on chef with leadership in a busy kitchen.
• Experience leading a culinary team and managing service quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations with high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Develop and update menus aligned with brand, guests, and seasonal trends.
• Oversee food preparation across restaurant outlets and events.
• Recruit, train and mentor kitchen staff to build a high-performing team.
• Control food and labour costs and manage kitchen budgets to maintain profitability.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.

Job description

Old Swan & Minster Mill near Oxford is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen with warmth and drive. You will motivate the team and ensure consistently excellent service.

You will develop menus, mentor culinary staff, control costs, and uphold food safety standards while delivering memorable guest experiences.

The role offers opportunities for progression and access to staff perks across Brownsword Hotels, with on-site meals and a supportive work environment.