Head Chef
Head Chef
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09-07-2025
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Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead the culinary team within a 4-star hotel and spa in the Western Lake District Cumbria. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented professional with a proven track record to take full ownership of their brasserie and oversee all banqueting requirements.
With creativity leadership and enthusiasm at the heart of this role the employer offers a highly competitive salary and bonus scheme in recognition of your dedication.
They offer an exceptional dining experience from fine dining to relaxed bar meals and light lunches. They also cater for weddings and large-scale events ensuring every dish is crafted to perfection.
This is more than just a job it s an opportunity to lead create and inspire in a stunning location.
Requirements
About you
- Proven expertise At least two years of experience as a Head Chef in a 4-star or award-winning luxury hotel.
- Inspirational leadership The ability to develop and motivate a team of 10 chefs fostering commitment and excellence.
- Business acumen A strong grasp of P&L GP menu costing wage budgeting and purchasing.
- High standards A commitment to maintaining exceptional food quality presentation and consistency.
- Meticulous organisation Ensuring compliance with health & safety COSHH allergens and food safety regulations.
- Creative vision A passion for menu development pushing culinary boundaries and driving the business forward.
- Flexibility & dedication A hands-on approach and the ability to adapt to the demands of a vibrant hospitality environment.
Benefits
Salary and benefits
- Salary of 50000 per year 45 hours per week
- Paid overtime for hours worked over 45 per week.
- Generous staff discounts - 50% off food & up to 50% off accommodation at sister hotels restaurants and bars
- Career progression Accredited compliance training Hospitality specific online training platform
- Learn while you earn - Apprenticeship training up to level 6
- Staff meals for all staff whilst on duty
- Staff Discounts at many of the Lakes local attractions
- Regular division of gratuities
- Pension scheme
- Working in supportive teams of hospitality professionals
- Yearly staff appreciation awards hosted by the Directors
- Free staff Employee Assistance Programme
- Outstanding employee of the quarter award
- Refer a friend scheme to earn up to 500
- Monthly staff prize draws
- 28 days holidays increasing by one day every year after 5 years up to 33 days
- Annual salary reviews
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About you Proven expertise At least two years of experience as a Head Chef in a 4-star or award-winning luxury hotel. Inspirational leadership The ability to develop and motivate a team of 10 chefs, fostering commitment and excellence. Business acumen A strong grasp of P&L, GP, menu costing, wage budgeting, and purchasing. High standards A commitment to maintaining exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency. Meticulous organisation Ensuring compliance with health & safety, COSHH, allergens, and food safety regulations. Creative vision A passion for menu development, pushing culinary boundaries, and driving the business forward. Flexibility & dedication A hands-on approach and the ability to adapt to the demands of a vibrant hospitality environment.
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