Head Chef - Elements Restaurant

Our values: “Never be ordinary” in our product, quality, or people with the aim of being “Always Aldwark” in meeting our guest’s and team expectations

Reports to: Executive Head Chef

Benefits: free gym, free golf, Hotel discounts, wellbeing support, rewards platform

Main duties and purpose of the role:

This role may suit an Experienced Sou Chef / Kitchen Manager looking for their first Head Chef role. As Head Chef you will be overall responsible for the Kitchen and its staff in the absence of the Executive Head Chef, directing all kitchen activities and ensuring the preparation of our delicious food - helping create memorable experiences for guests - whenever and wherever they dine. You’ll also ensure quality, kitchen maintenance and inventory functions are kept to the highest standards - to make sure your kitchen is always running smoothly.

You will lead and inspire everyone with coaching and mentoring the team to be their best. The main purpose of the role is to manage the quality and food production of all catering, lead and inspire the team to deliver the highest standards and ensure legislative requirements are met.

Main Duties:

• Controlling and directing the food preparation process.
• Managing and working closely with other Chefs at all levels to develop and lead teams.
• Maintaining/raising the food’s profit margins.
• Excellent cooking skills with a strong understanding of produce and ingredients.
• Determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering. Liaising with suppliers for food orders.
• Creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes ensuring variety and quality.
• Strong communication skills through a variety of means: departmental meetings, HOD meetings, Function sheet meetings, Health and Safety meetings etc..
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to stay calm under pressure, adapting your approach to complete routine and non-routine tasks.
• Exceptional organisation and planning skills through Standard operating procedures. High attention to detail and accuracy – great at managing one’s own time and the time of the team
• Deputise for Executive Head Chef in absence.
• To be responsible for ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines and food hygiene practices.
• Interviewing and hiring of new Chefs.

About Us

The Aldwark Manor Estate has been synonymous with luxury since it was established in 1978.

Elegant grounds, sensual design, elemental dining and grandeur at every turn, within 185 acres of countryside all contribute to its allure.

The Aldwark Manor Estate is an independent, indulgent luxury hotel in the Yorkshire countryside and provides the setting for unforgettable experiences.

We are continuously looking for exceptional individuals to join our team. If you are seeking a hospitality job with progression opportunities, then we are for you. There are live-in opportunities for the right candidates.