Role: Head Chef
Location: Ripon, North Yorkshire
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 (Dependant on Experience)
Work Schedule: 48 hours per week, working 5 days over 7
Accommodation: Available
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Achieve Hospitality are delighted to be supporting a Luxury, traditional Hotel situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. They are seeking a passionate Head Chef to join their team.
The Restaurants at this property have a superb reputation for using fresh produce from their grounds and local farms to provide an all round seasonal menu. This role will lead the fine dining experience for the property.
The aim of the restaurant is to achieve 3 AA rosettes for classic British grill food with seamless levels of service, exquisite wine selection which compliments the spectacular elegance of the décor.
As the Head Chef, you will strategically, financially and creatively oversee the management of the kitchen ensuring the consistent production of outstanding food and menus whilst maintaining a first-rate team of passionate individuals who share the aim of achieving awards and accolades within a luxury hotel environment.
Role Responsibilities:
- To oversee creative menus, efficient working practices and proactive sales attitudes both front and back of house to ensure the food budget is achieved
- To constantly keep up to date with current trends in food and cuisine ensuring that the offering is always at the forefront of the trends
- To ensure that menus are updated regularly and that the use of Food Heroes, seasonality and local produce is maximised
- To foster good relationships with local schools and colleges raising the profile of the hospitality industry as a career, and promoting employment opportunities
- To create a customer focused environment, which reflects full flexible co-operation within the business.
- To ensure through that the labour resources effectively meet the service criteria set for the departments, encompassing training, supervision and encouraging multi-skilling of the workforce, within employment law guidelines.
- To create an environment which promotes employee morale and encourages the team to have a pride in the area and a high level of commitment.
- To ensure that communication and feedback within the teams is effective and that information is fed back to the directors.
- Through the holiday roster, ensure an effective management presence is always maintained
- To evolve and monitor a problem-solving culture through the empowerment of our employees.
- To agree, monitor and control core service standards to ensure consistent delivery and to meet guest’s needs.
- To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of all relevant legislation and regulations.
Candidate Requirements:
- Culinary arts degree or diploma (preferred).
- 5-10 years of kitchen experience, with leadership roles
- Menu development and kitchen management experience
- Expertise in cooking, food presentation, and creativity.
- Leadership and team management skills.
- Strong time management, communication, and food safety knowledge.
- Ability to manage kitchen budgets and control costs.
- Passion for cooking and food.
- Problem-solving, adaptability, and attention to detail.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary – up to £50,000 (dependant on experience)
- Service Charge
- Live In Accommodation available
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Discount on Food & Beverage
- Complimentary food whilst on shift
- Pension Scheme
- Access to Spa
How to Apply:
To apply for this role, please send your CV to laura.iveson@achievehospitality.com
