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Andrew Brownsword HotelsPosted 1 week ago

Executive Head Chef

$60,000–$60,000 year

On-siteMinster Lovell, England, United Kingdom

Full TimeMedium

Job Summary

Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency across restaurants, bar, banqueting, and special events. Develop, plan, and update menus that align with the hotel's brand, guest expectations, and seasonal trends. Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff to build a high-performing culinary team while controlling food, labour, and kitchen budgets to maintain profitability targets. Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, health, and safety regulations and oversee purchasing, supplier relationships, and stock control. Collaborate with hotel management on strategic planning, guest experience initiatives, and revenue growth opportunities. Monitor guest feedback and implement continuous improvements to food quality and service standards.

Required Qualifications

  • Hands-on Chef
  • Lead from the front
  • Knowledgeable about food
  • Knowledgeable about food safety practices
  • Strong leader
  • Motivate the team
  • Previous experience within a similar style property as a Head Chef
  • Previous experience as an experienced Senior Sous Chef

Desired Qualifications

  • Passion
  • Natural warmth
  • Humour
  • Friendly
  • Warm
  • Cheerful
  • Happy to work together as a team
  • Want to have fun
  • Positive and engaging personality
  • Self-motivated
  • Enjoy the buzz and excitement of a busy hotel atmosphere
  • New to the industry
  • Experienced ones

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