Head Chef - Live In

The Inn Collection Group; Coniston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an award-winning team as the Head Chef at a stunning lakeside inn offering exceptional hospitality. In this role, you will lead a talented kitchen team, ensuring high-quality food and unforgettable dining experiences. Your passion for culinary excellence will be key in setting standards and managing kitchen operations.

Benefits

Extra paid holiday for your birthday

50% off food at any of our Inns

Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support

Discounts on room bookings throughout the year

Paid breaks

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a Head Chef capacity or similar.
• Passion for cooking and creating exceptional dishes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Manage daily operations of the kitchen, meeting financial targets.
• Develop and implement menu designs in alignment with guest expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Excellence

Creativity

Time Management

Job description

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do.

The Inn Collection Group is a multi-award-winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focus, warmth, and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

How we say thank you!

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns.
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same-day bookings.
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Tronc (tips) to support our team.
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give-inn back scheme.
• Join an award-winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

Located on the shores of Coniston Water, this classic Lakeland slate building offers sensational views of the lake and surrounding fells. Recently restored to its former glory, it stands as a stunning landmark with the tranquil waters just a short walk away, providing the perfect backdrop for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of the Lake District.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

When guests walk through the doors of our Inn, the experience truly begins in the kitchen. As Head Chef, you set the standard, bringing your creativity, skill, and dedication to every dish that leaves your team’s hands. From ensuring every meal is professionally prepared to perfection, your passion for culinary excellence makes our Inns not only a delight to dine at but also an inspiring place to work.

Being a Head Chef is challenging and requires hard work, but your leadership is key to creating exceptional dining experiences. With a focus on quality, freshness, and presentation, you lead a talented kitchen team to consistently deliver exceptional food that keeps guests coming back.

In addition to leading the team, you’ll take full responsibility for the kitchen’s daily operations, ensuring smooth running, managing orders with nominated suppliers, and meeting financial targets. Your ability to stay calm under pressure and efficiently achieve budgeted costs for food, wastage, and wages ensures everything runs to perfection.

If you’re dedicated, passionate, and love working in a fast-paced environment, we think you’ll fit right inn…

ICG supported Tristan's development, enabling him to grow from Chef de Partie into the role of Head Chef. https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/join-inn

This role comes with the added benefit of colleague accommodation - click the link to learn more https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/live-inn