Head Chef – Luxury Inn

Goldenkeys; Burford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Service charge

Training & development

Food & drink discounts

Hotel discounts

Healthcare plan

Job summary

Goldenkeys is partnering with a luxury inn in the Cotswolds to recruit a Head Chef who will lead the kitchen team and ensure an exceptional dining experience. The role demands a passion for high-quality cooking and the ability to drive a busy brigade in a 2 AA Rosette environment.

You will lead, inspire and mentor the team, champion fresh produce, and maintain the inn's renowned standards. On-site live-in accommodation is available, with a comprehensive training and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team at a high-quality establishment.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards and consistency.
• Strong communication and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen brigade to uphold 2 AA Rosette standards.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth service.
• Create and refine menus using fresh, seasonal produce.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food quality

Communication

Stock control

Job description

We are proud to be partnering with a beautiful luxury inn in the heart of the Cotswolds as they search for a talented Head Chef to lead their kitchen team and continue delivering an exceptional dining experience.

Set within the picturesque market town of Burford, this characterful property combines a welcoming country atmosphere with an impressive food offering, showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients through high-quality cooking at 2 AA Rosette level.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and experienced chef who thrives in a busy kitchen and takes enormous pride in maintaining consistently high standards. You’ll lead and inspire the brigade, champion fantastic produce and ensure every dish leaving the kitchen reflects the quality the property is known for.

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

• £47,000 per annum plus circa £5,000 service charge
• Live-in accommodation available on-site
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Discounts on food and drink
• Discounted hotel stays within the group
• Healthcare Cash Plan

Responsibilities as the Head Chef…

• Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team, creating a positive environment where consistently high standards are achieved
• Maintaining an exceptional food offering at 2 AA Rosette level, with a strong focus on quality, consistency and presentation
• Working with fresh, seasonal ingredients to create beautifully executed dishes that showcase the very best of the produce available
• Overseeing the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen and ensuring the brigade is fully prepared for each service
• Remaining calm and composed during busy services, communicating effectively with the brigade and wider front-of-house team

You’ll have previous experience as a Head Chef or an accomplished Senior Sous Chef ready to take the next step, ideally within a 2 AA Rosette hotel, inn, gastro pub or similar high-quality, food-led environment.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a characterful Cotswolds property with a fantastic reputation for food, leading a talented team and continuing to build on its established culinary standards.

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