We're looking for an experienced and driven Head Chef to lead the kitchen at this busy, award-winning restaurant and Hotel in Ludlow. This is a fantastic opportunity to take full ownership of a high-performing kitchen and make a real impact on both the team and the guest experience.
Why Join Us?
Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 D.O.E
Meals on duty provided
Family and Friends room discount rates within the group
Celebration of milestone employment anniversaries
50% off Food & Beverage in our hotels
Access to Hospitality Rewards
Offerings from retail and dining discounts
Employee Assistance Programme and same day on-line GP appointments
Quarterly Shining Star recognition
Annual colleague celebrations
A supportive and engaging working environment
The Role
As Head Chef, you'll be responsible for leading the kitchen operation, inspiring your team, and ensuring every dish is delivered to an exceptional standard. You'll play a key role in driving performance, maintaining compliance, and consistently exceeding guest expectations.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the kitchen during service, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency
Planning and coordinating kitchen operations alongside senior management
Coaching and developing your team, fostering a positive and collaborative culture
Creating seasonal, high-quality menus that reflect current trends and guest demand
Ensuring full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and allergen regulations
Managing recruitment, training, and ongoing development of the team
Controlling costs and driving profitability through effective stock and menu management
Building strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and value
Acting as a key communicator between kitchen, front of house, and guests
Maintaining high standards and performance during busy service periods
About You
You'll work closely with the General Manager, combining creativity with strong operational control to deliver an outstanding food offering.
We're looking for someone who:
Has at least 3 years' experience as a Sous Chef or Head Chef in a similar setting
Has experience delivering 1-2 rosette standard cuisine
Is passionate about fresh, high-quality food and great guest experiences
Is organised, detail-focused, and solutions-oriented
Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Has excellent communication and customer service skills
Holds (or is willing to obtain) Food Safety Level 3 certification
Is adaptable, flexible, and confident managing change
If you're passionate about cooking from scratch, enjoy leading from the front, and are ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you about this Head Chef job in Ludlow
Job Number INDCHEFS | (phone number removed)
Location │ Ludlow
Role │ Head Chef
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Salary description
£45000.00 - £50000.00 per year