Head Chef – Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader

Hand Picked Hotels Ltd; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday per year including BH

Uniform and meals on shift

Free onsite parking

Employee wellbeing support

Company pension

Bonus and service charge share

Annual loyalty awards

Job summary

Hand Picked Hotels is seeking a knowledgeable Head Chef for Buxted Park Hotel in East Sussex. You will lead the kitchen to deliver luxurious, creative menus that reflect seasonal variety and exceptional presentation.

You will mentor and manage the culinary team, oversee operations, supplier relations, stock control, and the creation of bespoke hotel menus to enhance guest experiences while maintaining the hotel’s luxury standards.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading high-performing professional kitchens.
• Ability to design and oversee creative, seasonal menus.
• Strong leadership, mentorship and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and ensure exceptional culinary experiences.
• Develop and train culinary team, provide guidance and inspiration.
• Oversee stock, costs, supplier relationships and bespoke hotel menus.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Menu design

Staff training

Cost control

Supplier relations

Education

Advanced culinary qualification

Job description

Hand Picked Hotels is seeking a knowledgeable Head Chef for Buxted Park Hotel in East Sussex. You will lead the kitchen to deliver luxurious, creative menus that reflect seasonal variety and exceptional presentation.

You will mentor and manage the culinary team, oversee operations, supplier relations, stock control, and the creation of bespoke hotel menus to enhance guest experiences while maintaining the hotel’s luxury standards.