Head Chef - Live in accommodation available

The QHotels Collection; Crewe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality group in Crewe is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and lead a team in a bustling restaurant. The role requires prior experience in high-volume kitchens and a strong focus on food quality. Attractive perks include free health club membership and various discounts. Live-in accommodation is available.

Benefits

Free health club membership

Discounts across the hotel collection

Family & Friends discounts

Support with training and professional qualifications

Various learning & development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Refer a friend scheme

Free parking

Chef whites provided

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef.
• Experience in a high-volume kitchen or hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge of GP, stock control, costs, and wastage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations.
• Act as deputy in Executive Chef’s absence.
• Lead a dedicated team ensuring high standards.

Skills

People management

Food quality standards

Stock control

Cost management

Job description

Are you a strong people manager?

Do you thrive in a busy kitchen, working together alongside your brigade?

The important stuff:

Free health club membership (T&Cs apply)
Discounts across The QHotels Collection
Family & Friends discounts in hotels across The QHotels Collection
Support with training & professional qualifications, including course fees!
Various learning & development opportunities
Access to an Employee Assistance Program – Hospitality Action
Refer a friend scheme
FREE parking
AND……much, much more!
Chef whites provided

***Live-in accommodation available***

What will I do?

This is a key leadership role, working alongside our Executive Head Chef to oversee all aspects of our kitchen operation. You will act as a deputy, taking full responsibility in the Executive Chef’s absence and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene. Your primary focus will be the Brasserie Restaurant, our busy and vibrant dining space, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner to a high volume of guests. You will lead a dedicated team and ensure smooth daily operations.

Is this the role for me?

Previous experience as a Head Chef
Experience working in a hotel environment or in a busy, high-volume operation
Conference, banqueting, & events catering experience would be ideal
Quality & standards driven with a keen eye for detail
People management experience
Strong knowledge of GP, stock control, costs, and wastage

Curious to find out more?

Crewe Hall Hotel & Spa is located just outside Crewe and is a 4*, 117-bedroom property. Our hotel features the Brasserie restaurant and terrace bar, and we offer afternoon tea as well as private dining and meetings and event spaces. The leisure facilities include a gym, pool, sauna, steam room, two tennis courts, and a relaxing Elemis spa.

The QHotels Collection is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs.

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