Pay: From £37,000.00 per year

Head Chef Doncaster Area:
Full Time | Permanent

Treo Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an expanding and progressive hotel for an ambitious Head Chef.

Are you an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the next step into your first Head Chef position? Or are you already a Head Chef looking for a fresh challenge where your ideas, leadership and creativity will be valued?

Do you enjoy leading teams, developing people and delivering exceptional food across restaurant service, weddings, conferences and events?

If you’re passionate about quality, thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment and are looking for a role where you can genuinely make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding hotel that continues to invest in its people, facilities and guest experience. Working closely with an experienced Executive Chef, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day kitchen operation while helping shape the future direction of the food offering.

The Opportunity

As Head Chef, you’ll lead the daily operation of the kitchen, ensuring consistently exceptional food quality across the restaurant, weddings, conferences, banqueting and private events.

You’ll inspire and develop your kitchen brigade, maintain high operational standards and work collaboratively with the wider hotel team to create memorable guest experiences.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef looking to step into their first Head Chef position with the support and mentoring of an experienced Executive Chef.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen brigade
• Managing the day-to-day operation of a busy hotel kitchen
• Supporting the Executive Chef with menu development and seasonal menu planning
• Ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and portion control
• Driving excellent food safety, HACCP, allergen management and Health & Safety compliance
• Managing stock control, supplier relationships and ordering
• Monitoring food costs, reducing waste and achieving budget targets
• Creating effective kitchen rotas and managing staffing levels
• Coaching, mentoring and developing junior chefs
• Preparing the kitchen for restaurant service, weddings, conferences, banqueting and special events
• Working closely with the front-of-house and wider hotel teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences
• Deputising for the Executive Chef when required
• Identifying opportunities to improve kitchen performance, service standards and profitability

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef within a hotel, restaurant or high-quality hospitality venue
• Is ready to step into their first Head Chef role or bring fresh ideas from a similar position
• Has strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Leads by example and enjoys developing high-performing teams
• Is passionate about producing outstanding food using fresh ingredients
• Has experience managing busy service periods across restaurant dining, weddings and events
• Understands food cost control, stock management and waste reduction
• Has excellent knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP, allergen legislation and Health & Safety
• Remains calm, organised and solutions-focused under pressure
• Is flexible to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of up to £37,000 per annum, depending on experience
• A fantastic opportunity to take your first step into a Head Chef position or continue developing your leadership career
• Ongoing mentoring and support from an experienced Executive Chef
• The opportunity to influence menus, kitchen standards and the overall food offering
• Genuine opportunities for professional development and future progression
• A leadership role within an expanding and ambitious hotel
• A supportive, collaborative and people-focused working environment

Why Apply?

This is more than just a Head Chef vacancy—it’s an opportunity to lead, inspire and shape the future of a growing hospitality business.

You’ll have the freedom to develop your team, contribute to exciting menu ideas and build your leadership experience while working alongside an experienced Executive Chef who is committed to your development.

If you’re an ambitious chef looking for the opportunity to make your mark within a quality hotel environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person