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Were proud to be working with one of our longstanding clients, a truly exceptional 5-star property located just outside Reading, which is seeking a talented and creative Head Chef to lead their renowned restaurant.
This property is truly unique. Set in beautiful countryside, with its own organic farm and gardens providing an abundance of hyper-seasonal produce. Working here means cooking with ingredients grown just steps away from the kitchen and creating dishes that reflect the very best of each season.
You will bring experience from a high-level, award-winning kitchen within a multi-rosette restaurant and/or luxury 5-star hotel, and, due to the hotels location, you will also need your own reliable mode of transportation.
Youll be wondering whats in it for you as the Head Chef
- £54,000 per annum plus very generous service charge
- Work with the highest quality organic and biodynamic produce
- Holiday allowance rising with service
- Healthcare cover
- Life assurance scheme
- Discounts on F&B and products
- Company sick pay
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Free meals on duty
- Online discounts
- Employee assistant programme
- Monthly employee recognition scheme
Responsibilities as the Head Chef
- Leading the hotel kitchen team of 17, overseeing breakfast, lunch, dinner, in-room dining, and events
- Designing and delivering seasonal menus inspired by the estates produce and natural rhythms
- Mentoring and developing your team, fostering a culture of collaboration and respect for ingredients
- Upholding exceptional standards across every service, ensuring consistency and creativity
- Working closely with the wider estate to bring a unique farm-to-table ethos to life
This is a rare opportunity to lead a kitchen where the land, the seasons, and your creativity come together to create unforgettable dining experiences.
PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.
