Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Job Description: Head Chef – Doncaster

Full-Time, Permanent, Competitive Salary (DOE)

Treo Recruitment are working with a well-known, established restaurant in Doncaster to recruit an experienced and commercially astute Head Chef to lead their kitchen operations.

This is a senior leadership opportunity within a busy, quality-led restaurant, offering the chance to shape the culinary direction while driving operational excellence and team performance.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the kitchen’s culinary output, financial performance, and team leadership. You will be passionate about authentic Italian cuisine, confident in managing high-performing teams, and commercially aware in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership

• Lead the design, development, and execution of seasonal menus rooted in authentic Italian cuisine
• Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Ensure all dishes meet brand standards and customer expectations
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and service performance

Operational Management

• Full responsibility for kitchen P&L performance
• Manage food cost percentages in line with agreed targets
• Implement robust stock control, ordering, and supplier management processes
• Minimise waste through effective forecasting and portion control
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and allergen regulations

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, and develop kitchen team members
• Set clear performance expectations and lead by example
• Create a positive, disciplined, and professional kitchen culture
• Manage rotas effectively to balance labour cost with operational needs

Compliance & Standards

• Maintain 5-star hygiene standards (or equivalent local authority rating)
• Ensure full adherence to HACCP procedures
• Lead health and safety compliance within the kitchen
• Conduct regular audits and maintain accurate documentation

Candidate ProfileEssential Experience

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a quality-led Italian restaurant
• Strong background in fresh food preparation and authentic Italian cuisine
• Demonstrable experience managing kitchen P&L and food cost control
• Experience leading and developing kitchen teams
• Mid-level banqueting experience essential

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Commercial awareness with an analytical mindset
• High attention to detail
• Ability to perform under pressure during busy service periods
• Organised, structured, and process-driven approach

Qualifications

• Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene (or equivalent)
• Relevant culinary qualification preferred

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary package (dependent on experience)
• Opportunity to shape and influence the culinary direction of a respected Doncaster restaurant
• Autonomy within a supportive management structure
• Staff meals and additional benefits (to be confirmed)
• Genuine career progression opportunities

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a Head Chef who combines creativity with commercial discipline, someone who understands that successful hospitality requires both exceptional food and strong operational control.

You will be hands-on, visible during service, capable of inspiring your team, and confident in maintaining financial accountability while delivering outstanding dining experiences.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

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

Experience:

• Head or Senior Sous Chef: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (required)
• Culinary Qualification (preferred)

Work Location: In person