Head Chef, Essex

Head Chef, Essex

Up to £42,000 plus tronc

OTE circa £43,400

We are looking for a Head Chef for a busy hotel in Essex, covering à la carte dining, bar food, weddings, BBQs, events and banqueting.

This is a great opportunity for either an experienced Head Chef or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up.

The kitchen has a settled structure in place, including a Sous Chef, CDPs, Commis Chef, Breakfast Chef and Kitchen Porters. The hotel has a strong family feel, low staff turnover and many team members have been with the business for over five years.

You will have full autonomy over menus, suppliers and the food direction, with support from in-house systems for menus, allergens and HACCP.

What we need

Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step upFresh food hotel, restaurant or quality pub backgroundConfident with à la carte, bar food, weddings and banquetingGood understanding of GP, stock, suppliers and kitchen controlsCalm, hands-on leader who wants a long-term roleMust be able to commute without relying on public transport

What is on offer

Salary up to £42,000Tronc, with OTE circa £43,400Bonus linked to GP performanceMenu and supplier autonomySettled team and strong kitchen structureSupport from a wider hotel groupFamily-feel working environmentProper handover from the outgoing Head Chef

This would suit a chef who wants ownership, stability and the chance to make a hotel kitchen their own.