Head Chef

Hospitality & Tourism
Perth & Kinross
July 5, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be Leonardo

Overview

Once you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland! The Head Chef will direct the strategic initiatives and objectives of the Kitchen department, as well as managing day to day operations through the engagement of the team. All members of the department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness.

Responsibilities

  • Direct the strategic initiatives and objectives of the Kitchen department.
  • Manage day to day operations and keep the department running like clockwork.
  • Design food menus and items creatively.
  • Control cost management in the Kitchen, drive revenue whilst controlling costs and maximising profit.
  • Engage, mentor and nurture talent within the Kitchen, showing patience and understanding to all colleagues.
  • Lead the team to ensure guests have an incredible experience and exceed their expectations.
  • Support the strategic running of the hotel and contribute proactively.

Qualifications & Expectations

  • Keep the department calm, composed and organised – we don’t let it get too hot.
  • Be a role model for the department to support progression within your team.
  • Be proactive, contribute in the strategic running of the hotel.
  • Aspire to grow with us – our Senior Chef Programme helps take your skills and career to the next level.
  • Show us the money and drive revenue whilst controlling costs, maximising profit for the Kitchen.
  • Above all, be a trendsetter – lead the way.

Benefits

  • Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe.
  • Company-wide recognition scheme: earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops.
  • Talent referral scheme.
  • Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and many more.
  • Wellbeing Calendar.
  • Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression.
  • Wellbeing webinars and “Come Join Us Guest Care” training.

EEO Statement

We are a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We partner with social enterprises to change attitudes towards disability, and provide opportunities ensuring everyone is able to fulfil their potential at work.

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