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Head Chef - Exclusive Hotel
Job Posted: 6 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Keswick, Cumbria
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Our client is a family owned group that operate a number of high quality hotel operations across the Lake District.
We are seeking a dynamic Head Chef to lead our clients culinary team at their exclusive hotel in Keswick. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented professional with a proven track record to take full ownership of their Falls Brasserie and oversee all banqueting requirements.
With creativity, leadership, and enthusiasm at the heart of this role, our client offers a highly competitive salary and bonus scheme in recognition of your dedication.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven expertise – At least two years of experience as a Head Chef in a 4-star or award-winning luxury hotel.
* Inspirational leadership – The ability to develop and motivate a team of 10 chefs, fostering commitment and excellence.
* Business acumen – A strong grasp of P&L, GP, menu costing, wage budgeting, and purchasing.
* High standards – A commitment to maintaining exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency.
* Meticulous organisation – Ensuring compliance with health & safety, COSHH, allergens, and food safety regulations.
* Creative vision – A passion for menu development, pushing culinary boundaries, and driving the business forward.
* Flexibility & dedication – A hands-on approach and the ability to adapt to the demands of a vibrant hospitality environment.
The Rewards:
- Competitive salary – contracted for 45 hours per week. All overtime time paid with 1.5 paid if you have to work on a 6th day
- Live in accommodation (including meals, internet, laundry facilities etc)
- Generous staff discounts - 50% off food & up to 50% off accommodation
- Career progression – Accredited compliance training, Hospitality specific online training platform
- Learn while you earn - with our Apprenticeship training up to level 6
- Staff meals for all staff whilst on Duty
- Regular division of gratuities
- Pension scheme
- Working in supportive teams of hospitality professionals
- Yearly staff appreciation awards hosted by the Directors
- Free staff Employee Assistance Programme
- Outstanding employee of the quarter award
- Refer a friend scheme to earn up to £500
- Monthly staff prize draws
- 28+ days holidays increasing by one day every year after 5 years, up to 33 days
- Annual salary reviews on all positions
- Annual bonus schemeBefore You Apply
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