Head Chef

Fulliant; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established country inn is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead its culinary team and create seasonal menus that showcase the best of local produce. This role offers a unique opportunity to explore potential partnership or lease arrangements, allowing you to take ownership of your culinary vision. With a focus on innovation and excellence, you will inspire a dedicated kitchen team while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation. If you're ready to embrace the charm of rural Norfolk and make a significant impact in a thriving business, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Potential business opportunity

Supportive working environment

Incentives and bonuses

Living in the Norfolk countryside

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef with a passion for local ingredients.
• Strong leadership skills and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal menus highlighting Norfolk produce.
• Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food quality and hygiene standards.
• Recruit and train kitchen staff fostering a collaborative environment.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Menu Development

Team Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Experience as Head Chef

Job description

Food Type: Traditional British and banqueting

Start Date: April 2025

Head Chef & Culinary Entrepreneur – Scarborough Hill Country Inn, Norfolk (A Potential Partnership)

Are you a passionate and creative culinary leader ready to embrace the charm of rural Norfolk, with a potential for independent operation?

Scarborough Hill is a much cherished local retreat nestled in the heart of the Norfolk countryside, renowned for its exquisite location and warm hospitality. We are seeking a dedicated Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. We will showcase the best of Norfolk’s larder and create menus that reflect the changing seasons, the region's culinary heritage, and the fine surroundings of this property.

This is more than just a culinary role; it’s a unique opportunity to lead our kitchen and explore a potential partnership. Are you a passionate and creative culinary leader ready to embrace the charm of rural Norfolk, in exquisite surroundings, with a potential for independent operation?

We wish to re-open the restaurant to showcase the finest local produce and create a truly memorable dining experience.

The Opportunity:

As our Head Chef, you will be the driving force behind our culinary excellence, with the added potential to explore a partnership or lease agreement. This is your chance to:

1. Innovate & Elevate: Develop and execute captivating seasonal menus that highlight the finest Norfolk ingredients, creating memorable dining experiences.
2. Lead & Inspire: Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and adherence to the highest hygiene standards, while leading and mentoring a passionate kitchen team.
3. Explore Business Growth: Engage in discussions with ownership to explore potential partnership or lease arrangements, allowing you to take ownership of your culinary future and contribute to the inn's overall success.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Menu Development: Create innovative and seasonal menus that showcase local Norfolk produce and cater to a diverse clientele.
2. Kitchen Management: Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, health and safety, cooking, and service.
3. Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and motivate kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.

What We’re Looking For:

1. A highly skilled and experienced Head Chef with a proven track record.
2. A passion for using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
3. Strong leadership and team management skills.
4. An entrepreneurial mindset, and a desire to explore business ownership opportunities.
5. Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Why Scarborough Hill Country Inn?

1. A unique opportunity to lead a well-established and thriving business.
2. The potential to build your own culinary legacy through a partnership or lease.
3. A supportive and collaborative working environment.
4. The chance to live and work in the beautiful Norfolk countryside.
5. Salary, bonus, incentives, potential business opportunity.