Executive Head Chef

Executive Chef

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.
Location: Nottinghamshire
Salary: Up to £55,000
Sector: Large hotel, resort-style operation
We are looking for an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen operation at a large hotel in Nottinghamshire.
This is a big, busy, resort-style property with multiple food outlets, a strong repeat guest base and major investment going into the site.
Guests stay for 3 or 7 night breaks, so the food operation has a real rhythm to it. It is all about consistency, structure, smooth service and understanding what returning guests love.
The role will oversee a large kitchen team across:
A busy buffet restaurant
Breakfast and dinner service for high guest numbers
Casual dining
Afternoon tea
Daytime lunch menus
Retail food offers
Wider hotel food service
This is not just a cooking role.
It needs someone who can lead people, manage volume and keep standards consistent across a large operation.
You will need to be confident with:
Leading a large brigade
Supporting Head Chef and Sous Chef level chefs
Working with branded menus
Forecasting against occupancy
Managing food cost, stock, ordering and wastage
Keeping Health and Safety and food safety standards tight
Developing junior chefs
Creating a positive kitchen culture
The right person could come from hotels, resorts, holiday parks, cruise ships, contract catering, large events or high-volume branded food operations.
What matters most is that you understand scale, structure and people. xwzovoh
Benefits include:
Salary up to £55,000
Career development and recognised qualifications
In-house training
Discounted breaks across the wider group
Family and friends discounts
Free use of gym and leisure facilities
Free or heavily discounted food onsite
Retail, leisure and entertainment discounts
This is a great opportunity for an Executive Chef or strong Head Chef who wants to lead a large operation, make an impact and be part of a site with real investment behind it.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat.