Job Description
Head Chef – Boutique Hotel & Premium Dining Venue
£45,000 + 20% Bonus + £7,800 Tronc (OTE c. £62,000) 48 hours per week (additional hours paid beyond 52 hrs)
A renowned boutique hotel and high profile dining venue is seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead its kitchen operations and elevate its culinary identity. Known for quality, innovation, and an all day dining experience loved by locals and visitors alike, this is a standout opportunity for an ambitious and talented chef ready to make a significant impact.
The Opportunity
As Head Chef, you will:
- Lead, motivate, and develop a passionate and skilled kitchen brigade, fostering a positive and high performance culture.
- Drive the culinary direction, contributing creative ideas and crafting menus that reflect contemporary trends, with a focus on brunch, all day dining, and afternoon tea.
- Oversee all financial and operational aspects, ensuring exceptional GP, tight labour control, and consistency of quality.
- Champion excellence in food safety, training, standards, and team development.
- Collaborate with senior management to continually enhance the food offering and guest experience.
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Leadership
- A proven track record in a Head Chef or Senior Chef role within a boutique hotel, premium restaurant, or high end hospitality setting.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and retain a talented kitchen team.
- Broad experience across all sections and service styles.
Commercial & Operational Strength
- Strong financial understanding, including cost control, labour management, stock and ordering procedures.
- Competent in kitchen management systems such as rota planning, reporting, budgeting, and online procurement.
- Skilled at delivering high standards in a fast paced, high volume environment.
Personal Qualities
- Calm, organised, and focused under pressure.
- Innovative, trend aware, and passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences.
- Detail driven, deadline focused, and committed to excellence.
What’s On Offer
- Base salary: £45,000
- 20% performance bonus (GP, labour, guest satisfaction metrics)
- Guaranteed tronc: £7,800
- Total earning potential: approx. £62,000
- 48 hour contract with paid overtime on hours worked beyond 52 per week
- Creative autonomy within a high profile venue with strong brand identity
- A supportive senior team and a platform to showcase your culinary leadership
Flexible Workforce Solutions are acting as the recruitment agency for this position and not the direct employer.
Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
