Head Chef: Seasonal Menus, Team Leadership, Quality

Brightstar Hospitality Management; Grantham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightstar Hospitality Management in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, ensure top quality dishes, and shape the menu to reflect the Brightstar brand and local character. You will set high standards for safety, hygiene, and operational excellence.

You will mentor the culinary team, manage food costs, supplier relationships, and kitchen budgets while driving innovation and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and kitchen management experience.
• Deep understanding of food safety, allergen management, and HACCP.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in cost control, budgeting, and supplier negotiation (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the kitchen team to achieve high performance and consistency.
• Foster a positive and respectful kitchen culture supporting wellbeing and retention.
• Provide training and feedback to chefs at all levels to support career development.
• Collaborate with front-of-house, events, and hotel leadership teams.
• Champion Brightstar’s values across all areas of kitchen leadership.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and allergen protocols.
• Design and implement creative, seasonal menus aligned with the hotel’s identity.
• Manage food costs through stock control and waste minimisation.
• Oversee ordering, inventory, and supplier negotiations to ensure value and quality.
• Drive efficiency in prep and service operations.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Food safety

Allergen management

HACCP

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Cost control

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Brightstar Hospitality Management in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, ensure top quality dishes, and shape the menu to reflect the Brightstar brand and local character. You will set high standards for safety, hygiene, and operational excellence.

You will mentor the culinary team, manage food costs, supplier relationships, and kitchen budgets while driving innovation and guest satisfaction.