Head Chef Permanent Position 4 Star Hotel South East
12 days ago
Thatcham
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to join our clients team on a permanent basis at a busy 4-star hotel in the South East. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader who is ready to take full control of the kitchen and build a long-term career with a stable, well-established hotel. Position Details Role: Head Chef Shifts: Monday to Sunday (early, mid, late & split shifts rota in advance) Hours: Full-time (average 4045 hours per week) Rate: Highly competitive salary (depending on experience) + service charge / tronc Key Responsibilities: Leading and inspiring the kitchen brigade to deliver exceptional food quality across the restaurant, bar menu, room service, and events Developing, costing, and refining menus that reflect the hotels standards and appeal to our guests Managing all kitchen operations, including food cost control, stock ordering, waste management, and profitability Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness (Level 2 Food Hygiene or above essential) Recruiting, training, mentoring, and developing the kitchen team Working closely with the General Manager and front-of-house team to achieve overall hotel targets Requirements: Proven experience as a Head Chef (or strong Senior Sous / Sous Chef ready to step up) in a hotel or similar high-volume environment Excellent leadership and people management skills Strong knowledge of modern British and classic cuisine Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality and consistency Flexible availability including weekends and bank holidays Right to work in the UK We offer a great working environment, a supportive management team, staff meals, uniform, and excellent opportunities for career progression within the hotel group. If you are a professional, hands-on Head Chef looking for a permanent role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKCT