Head chef - Hotel
12 hours ago
Bedford
Head Chef - Hotel Bedford Role Summary A high-volume, multi-outlet hospitality venue is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen operations. The site includes a high-end brasserie, afternoon tea service, weddings, private events, and corporate functions. This is a genuine leadership role with full responsibility for kitchen performance, menu development, team management, and food quality. What's on Offer • Salary: £45,000 per year + TRONC + 10% bonus (realistic package up to £55,000)., • 42.5-hour contract., • Genuine career development within a growing hospitality group., • Staff discounts on accommodation, food, and beverage., • Access to retail, leisure, and lifestyle discount platforms., • Wellbeing support including 24/7 employee assistance and Virtual GP., • Cycle-to-work scheme and pension., • Employee of the month/year rewards., • Length-of-service recognition. Key Responsibilities • Kitchen Operations - Oversee day-to-day running of all food outlets including breakfast, lunch, dinner, events, and afternoon tea., • Menu Development - Create seasonal, fresh, and innovative menus using high-quality ingredients., • Team Leadership - Manage and develop a brigade of approximately 11 chefs, fostering a calm, high-performing environment., • Cost Control - Manage food costs, margins, and wage budgets to meet financial targets., • Supplier Management - Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistency and quality., • Health & Safety - Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, safety standards, and kitchen regulations., • Collaboration - Work closely with the F&B management and front-of-house teams to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Candidate Requirements • Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a quality driven hotel or restaurant., • Strong understanding of kitchen financials, cost control, and operational efficiency., • Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a kitchen team under pressure., • Passion for fresh, seasonal cooking and high-quality presentation., • Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. JBRP1_UKTJ