Head Chef – Luxury 4 Star Hotel

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in the United Kingdom is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead a brigade of 12 chefs. This role involves collaborating with an Executive Chef to ensure high standards and innovative menu development in a prestigious kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in similar high-quality settings and a commitment to culinary excellence. Competitive salary and opportunities for creative input are offered, alongside a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef in a quality hotel.
• Experience in multi-outlet operations, ideally with a 2 Rosette restaurant.
• Hands-on leader with experience in leading a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a brigade of 12 chefs.
• Support menu development and maintain high culinary standards.
• Train and mentor the kitchen team for skill enhancement.
• Collaborate with senior management for exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Culinary creativity

Job description

We are delighted to be working with a prestigious 4 Red Star hotel with a 2 Rosette restaurant and multiple dining outlets. They are now looking for a talented Head Chef to lead a brigade of 12 chefs and help drive the food offering across the hotel to the next level.

You will work closely with an Executive Chef who is passionate about quality, consistency, and seasonality, while having the autonomy to put your own stamp on menus and the day-to-day running of the kitchen.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as the Head Chef…

• £50,000 per annum
• 45-hour contract
• Leading a brigade of 12 chefs within a respected, luxury hotel
• The chance to work in a multi-outlet environment, from 2 Rosette dining to more relaxed offerings and events
• Real input into menu development, seasonality and culinary direction

Responsibilities as the Head Chef…

• Leading, motivating and developing a brigade of 12 chefs across multiple outlets
• Supporting the Executive Chef with menu development, ensuring dishes are seasonal, balanced and commercially viable

• Maintaining and further enhancing 2 Rosette standards, delivering consistent quality across all services
• Training, coaching and mentoring the team to build skills, confidence and a positive kitchen culture
• Working closely with the Executive Chef and senior management to deliver an exceptional guest experience in line with 4 Red Star expectations

You’ll be a great fit if you:

• Have proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef within a quality hotel environment
• Have worked in a multi-outlet operation, ideally including a 2 Rosette (or similar) restaurant
• Are a hands‑on leader who enjoys being on the pass and leading by example

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Head Chef to take the lead in a renowned hotel kitchen and work closely with an Executive Chef who will support your ideas and progression.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

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