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Head Chef

Are you a passionate and experienced Head Chef ready to take ownership of a high-performing kitchen? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a busy city centre hotel, working closely under the guidance of an Executive Chef in a renowned fine dining environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and lead from the front, this role offers both challenge and reward.

About the Role

As Head Chef, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional culinary standards across a signature fine dining restaurant within a bustling hotel setting. This is a hands-on position where leadership, organisation, and creativity are essential to success. You’ll oversee daily kitchen operations, support menu execution, and ensure the highest standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily kitchen operations in a high-volume hotel environment
• Work closely with the Executive Chef to maintain and enhance menu quality
• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff to achieve peak performance
• Ensure all food preparation and presentation meets fine dining standards
• Maintain strict adherence to HACCP and food safety regulations
• Manage stock control, ordering, and kitchen costings efficiently
• Drive consistency, innovation, and excellence in every service

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work in a prestigious city centre hotel
• Direct mentorship and collaboration with an experienced Executive Chef
• Career progression within a respected hospitality group
• Competitive salary package (based on experience)
• Immediate start available for the right candidate

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef role
• Proven background in fine dining or high-end hotel environments
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach to kitchen management
• Passion for high-quality food, presentation, and consistency
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen

Why Apply?

• Take ownership of a respected fine dining kitchen
• Work in a high-profile, city centre location
• Progress your career in a leadership role with real impact
• Join a fast-paced, professional, and supportive culinary team

This role is managed by Excel Recruitment on behalf of our client, a well-established hospitality business. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

Apply Now

If you are a driven Head Chef ready for your next challenge, we want to hear from you today so please apply and speak to Damien.

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