Head Chef – Luxury Country House Hotel

Trades Workforce Solutions; Broadway; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury country house hotel in Broadway is seeking a Head Chef with 3 AA Rosette experience to lead their kitchen. You will inspire a talented team, create refined seasonal menus using local produce, and uphold high standards in service. This position offers a salary of £52,000 plus bonuses, training opportunities, and live-in accommodation for 3 months. Ideal for those passionate about British cooking and leading a professional kitchen in a picturesque setting.

Benefits

£52,000 per annum plus bonus

Temporary live-in accommodation

Excellent training opportunities

Internal promotions

Perkbox benefits

F&B and hotel stay discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Milestone awards

Meals on duty

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a similar environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain 3 Rosette standards.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen brigade.
• Create seasonal British menus using local produce.
• Ensure high service standards are maintained.

Skills

3 AA Rosette experience

Leadership

Culinary creativity

Job description

We are delighted to be assisting a renowned luxury country house hotel in the picture‑perfect village of Broadway. This award‑winning property is seeking a Head Chef with proven 3 AA Rosette experience to lead its ambitious kitchen and champion elegant, seasonal British cooking.

You must have a solid 3 AA Rosette background.

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

• £52,000 per annum plus a 10% annual bonus and £450 per month service charge
• Temporary live‑in accommodation for 3 months

• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Internal promotions
• Perkbox benefits
• F&B and hotel stay discounts across the group
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Milestone awards
• Meals on duty

Responsibilities as the Head Chef…

• Leading, inspiring and developing a talented brigade, fostering a calm, professional and learning‑focused culture
• Curating refined, flavour‑led British menus that celebrate seasonal produce from trusted local suppliers and the estate’s own larder
• Upholding 3 Rosette standards across every service while setting the agenda for further accolades
• Collaborate closely with the General Manager and FOH leadership to deliver a seamless guest experience

This is a standout opportunity to shape a celebrated kitchen in the heart of the Cotswolds, crafting beautiful seasonal dishes for discerning guests in a truly special setting.

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

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