Head ChefSalary: NegotiableStart: ASAPLocation: MunichLanguages: German would be a valuable asset and EnglishI am seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations of a hotel in Munich.The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high culinary and hygiene standards, managing a multicultural kitchen team, controlling costs, and delivering consistently high-quality food across hotel operations.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who enjoys working in an international environment and is motivated by team development, operational excellence, and guest satisfaction.Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the daily kitchen operation across hotel outlets, breakfast, banquets, events, and room service, where applicable.Plan menus and ensure a consistent, high-quality culinary offering aligned with the hotel’s concept and brand standards.Recruit, train, supervise, and develop a multicultural kitchen team.Prepare staff schedules and organise kitchen responsibilities according to business levels.Establish clear kitchen procedures, recipes, presentation standards, and quality controls.Monitor food preparation, portion control, presentation, and service standards.Manage food purchasing, stock levels, supplier relationships, and kitchen inventory.Control food costs, minimise waste, and support the achievement of financial targets.Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, health and safety, and hotel procedures.Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and equipment safety throughout the kitchen.Work closely with the General Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Restaurant Manager, and other departments.Support the planning and execution of banquets, conferences, VIP functions, and special events.Respond professionally to guest feedback and identify opportunities to improve the culinary experience.Lead by example during busy services and provide hands-on support where required.
Candidate Profile
Previous experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Senior Sous Chef in a hotel or high-volume restaurant environment.Strong knowledge of hotel kitchen operations, including breakfast, à la carte, banqueting, and events.Proven experience managing, training, and motivating multicultural teams.Strong understanding of food-cost control, menu planning, purchasing, and inventory management.Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.Hands-on, organised, and solution-focused leadership style.Calm and confident under pressure, with the ability to manage changing priorities.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Professional working proficiency in English.German language skills are preferred.Relevant culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience.Availability to start as soon as possible.
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Head ChefStart: ASAPLanguages : German is a plus and EnglishSalary: €73.000Location: LinzI am looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to join the culinary team of a hotel in Linz.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on chef leader who combines strong operational skills with a supportive and people-focused management style.The successful candidate will have experience in Mediterranean cuisine, hotel operations, and MICE catering.You will lead the kitchen team, maintain high culinary standards, and ensure the smooth delivery of daily restaurant, banquet, conference, and event services.We are looking for someone who is a genuine team player and who can nurture, motivate, and guide the team in the right direction.Key Responsibilities
Lead, support, and develop the kitchen team in a positive and professional manner.Plan and oversee daily kitchen operations, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, banqueting, conferences, and events.Create and deliver high-quality Mediterranean-inspired menus and dishes.Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, hygiene, and safety standards.Manage kitchen staffing, shift planning, and rostering according to business needs.Coordinate with the hotel management, restaurant, events, and front-of-house teams.Support the planning and execution of MICE functions, banquets, and special events.Manage food costs, purchasing, stock control, wastage, and supplier relationships.Take responsibility for kitchen-related budgets and contribute to the department’s P&L performance.Monitor productivity and implement efficient working procedures.Train, coach, and mentor team members while supporting their professional development.Recruit and onboard new kitchen employees when required.Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, hygiene, and workplace regulations.
Candidate Profile
Previous experience as a Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager in a hotel or comparable hospitality environment.Strong knowledge and practical experience in Mediterranean cuisine.Experience with MICE, banqueting, conferences, and event catering.Proven experience leading, motivating, and developing a diverse kitchen team.Good understanding of P&L management, food cost control, stock management, and budgeting.Experience preparing staff schedules and managing kitchen rostering.A supportive, approachable, and solution-oriented leadership style.Excellent organisational and communication skills.Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced hotel environment.Fluent German and good English communication skills.Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays, and varied shifts when required.
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Head ChefQuality Food-Led Country PubHertfordshireSalary: £45,000 to £48,000Tips: Around £5,000 to £6,000 per yearBonus: 10% to 15% based on targetsAccommodation: Temporary accommodation available if neededWe are working with a beautiful food-led country pub in Hertfordshire that is looking for a strong Head Chef to lead the kitchen and help move the business forward.This is a 2 AA Rosette pub operation with a strong local following, rooms, and a well-established reputation for seasonal, produce-led pub food. The food is not fine dining, but standards matter. The offer needs to resonate with proper pub cooking, done with care, consistency and imagination.The heart of the menu needs to stay strong.A Sunday roast that people come back for.Seasonal specials that show personality.Menus that feel fresh, well-written and commercially sensible.This is a brilliant role for a Head Chef who understands what makes a great pub kitchen work.The business is currently doing around £22,000 to £24,000 per week, with scope to grow towards £30,000 per week. Sundays are already a major part of the offer, with around 200 covers for roast service.The right person will bring structure, confidence and energy.You will need to be hands-on, calm under pressure and comfortable leading from the front. This role is not about overcomplicating the food. It is about delivering great pub dishes with consistency, training the team properly, and building a kitchen culture that can grow.The ideal Head Chef will have:
Experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef in a quality pub, gastro pub or relaxed restaurantA background in fresh food kitchens with strong seasonal menusIdeally experience in a 1 AA Rosette, 2 AA Rosette, Bib Gourmand or quality-led pub environmentStrong team leadership and training skillsGood menu writing abilityA clear understanding of GP, labour, stock, ordering and kitchen standardsThe confidence to improve systems without losing the identity of the pubA genuine passion for British pub food done properly
This would suit someone from a quality independent gastro pub, a premium pub group, or a relaxed food-led restaurant where standards matter but the atmosphere stays warm and accessible.The package:
£45,000 to £48,000 basic salaryAround £5,000 to £6,000 per year in tipsBonus on top, based on performance targetsTemporary accommodation available if neededStrong platform to grow the food salesWell-known pub with a strong reputationOpportunity to put your stamp on the menu and kitchen culture
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Kitchen Manager – Pleasant Hill, CA – $90,000 - $110,000A well-established, high-volume restaurant group is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations at one of its busy Pleasant Hill location. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in fast-paced kitchens, builds strong teams, and understands how to balance operational excellence with a great guest experience.The ideal candidate has experience managing high-volume restaurant kitchens, leading teams from the line, and maintaining strong systems around food quality, labor, prep, and cleanliness. This opportunity is ideal for a driven culinary leader looking to grow within a respected hospitality group known for its energetic atmosphere and strong culture.Responsibilities:
Oversee all day-to-day BOH operations in a high-volume restaurant environmentLead, coach, and develop kitchen teams to maintain consistency, speed, and qualityManage scheduling, labor controls, inventory, ordering, and food cost performanceEnsure all food safety, sanitation, and health department standards are consistently metMaintain prep systems, pars, and operational organization across all shiftsPartner closely with FOH leadership to drive service standards and guest satisfaction
Requirements:
3+ years of Kitchen Manager, Executive Sous Chef, or BOH leadership experienceExperience in high-volume casual dining or polished casual restaurant environmentsStrong understanding of food cost, labor management, and inventory systemsProven leadership ability managing teams in fast-paced kitchens
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Prepare, cook and present food to company standards.
Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation and portion sizes.
Organise and maintain an efficient mise en place before service.
Ensure dishes are prepared and served within agreed timescales.
Assist with menu development and daily specials.
Manage a designated kitchen section efficiently.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and organisation.
Store, label and rotate stock correctly using FIFO principles.
Minimise food waste and support effective stock control.
Report equipment faults and maintenance issues promptly.
Work closely with kitchen and front of house teams to deliver excellent customer service.
Support the training and development of Commis Chefs, Kitchen Assistants and new team members.
Assist with supervising the kitchen during service and lead the team in the absence of senior chefs (Junior Sous Chef responsibilities).
Promote a positive, professional and supportive working environment.
Comply with Food Safety, HACCP, allergen and Health & Safety regulations.
Complete cleaning schedules and maintain company compliance standards.
Assist with stock counts, ordering and inventory management.
Support the achievement of quality, waste and labour targets.
Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the business.
Training Outcome:Progression from this apprenticeship is expected to be into a Senior Culinary Chef role.Employer Description:Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers. If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice. As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.Working Hours :Monday - Sunday (hours to be confirmed - rota basis).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Kitchen experience,Flexible,Food hygiene qualification....Read more...
