Head Chef

21 Days Old

HEAD CHEF, up to £46,000 DOE plus tips & bonus of up to £10,000
My client offers a rare opportunity to lead a 2 AA Rosette kitchen where the produce you cook with comes directly from your own kitchen garden - a true farm-to-fork experience in a stunning setting.

This Head Chef position puts you at the heart of a culinary destination that champions sustainable practices and genuine quality, with real career growth opportunities across the group

As Head Chef, you'll have the creative freedom to showcase exceptional ingredients - harvested from the on-site kitchen garden and sourced from carefully selected local suppliers - whilst leading and inspiring your team to maintain the prestigious standards that have earned this kitchen its 2 AA Rosette accreditation. This is your chance to blend culinary expertise with strong leadership, developing menus that celebrate provenance and seasonality whilst mentoring a talented brigade in a busy, high-pressure environment that rewards precision and flair.

This Head Chef role would suit an experienced chef who thrives on quality control and team development, someone who remains calm under pressure and takes pride in coaching junior team members. You'll bring financial acumen to manage costs and GP budgets, alongside a genuine commitment to sustainable working practices and food safety excellence. Due to the location, you'll need to be a driver to make the most of this opportunity.

What's included to support your success:

Up to £46,000 Salary
Amazing tips & bonus of up to £10,000
Staff accommodation available to help you settle into the role
Regular trips to visit suppliers both locally and internationally
Generous discounts across all sites on food and drink, plus wine at cost
Bonus scheme and excellent share of tips and tronc
My client is a small, passionate group who genuinely invest in their people and their produce. Their commitment to traceability, provenance, and the farm-to-fork ethos sets them apart as a true culinary destination where Head Chef talent is nurtured through structured career progression.

If you're ready to lead a kitchen that champions exceptional ingredients and sustainable practices, Select Recruitment would love to hear from you today
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Location:
Hitchin
Salary:
£43,000 - £46,000 /annum Temporary live in, amazing tips, ove
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Hospitality/Hotel

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