Job Description

Head Chef

Location: Tamworth, B79 7ND Salary: £45,000 per year Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days from 7 (including evenings and weekends)

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary of £45,000 per year
• Tips/tronc
• Discounted food
• Complimentary gym membership
• Access to complimentary activities for friends and family
• On-site parking
• Pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a growing business
• Closed on Christmas Day

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen operation at a unique hospitality and leisure destination in Tamworth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and driven Head Chef to take ownership of the food offering, develop seasonal menus, and lead a high-performing kitchen team. The successful candidate will combine creativity with strong operational management to deliver exceptional food quality and a consistently outstanding guest experience.

This is a hands-on role where you will lead from the front, maintaining high standards while ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently during both busy and quieter service periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team
• Create and deliver seasonal menus that showcase quality and innovation
• Maintain consistently high food standards across all services
• Manage stock control, food costs and labour budgets effectively
• Ensure all food safety, hygiene and compliance standards are met
• Maintain an organised, efficient and well-managed kitchen operation
• Drive performance, consistency and continuous improvement within the kitchen

About You

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership position
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Sound understanding of stock control, food costs and labour management
• Positive leadership style with a team-focused approach
• Passionate about producing high-quality food and delivering excellent standards
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance requirements

Why Apply?

This opportunity would suit a talented Head Chef looking to make a real impact within a growing and dynamic hospitality business. You'll have the freedom to influence the menu, develop your team and play a key role in shaping the future success of the operation.

Equal Opportunities

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