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Head Chef
Brightstar Hospitality Management —Cheadle
- Full-time
- Management
- Inventory control
- Hotel
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Head Chef Manchester
Newrest —Woodhouse Park
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Inventory control
- Continuous improvement
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Head Chef
Brunning & Price - The Clog & Billycock —Blackburn
- Up to £44,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Cooking
- Leadership
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Executive Chef
Piccolino —Manchester
- Full-time
- Inventory control
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Employee assistance programme
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Executive Chef
Holroyd Howe —Crewe
- Up to £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Team management
- Recruiting
- Budgeting
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Junior Sous Chef, Gordon Ramsay at The Mere
FAIRMONT —Knutsford
- Full-time
- In-person
- Resort
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Sous Chef
Stanley House Hotel and Spa —Blackburn
- £17.79 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- Team management
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Sous Chef [Manchester Museum]
The University of Manchester —Manchester
- £32,281 - £34,902 a year
- Hybrid work
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef [Central Production Kitchen]
The University of Manchester —Manchester
- £32,281 - £34,902 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Inventory control
- Customer service
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Senior Pizzaiolo
The Social osteria —Stockport
- £30,000 - £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Head Chef

Brightstar Hospitality Management -
Cheadle

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Cost management
Environmental stewardship
Succession planning
Kitchen staff training and mentoring
Management
Inventory control
Stock ordering
Procurement
Food hygiene
Coaching
Upselling
Cost control
Performance management
Food safety and hygiene regulations
Menu planning
Seasonal menu design
Food waste reduction
Quality assurance
Budget planning
HACCP
Food safety record keeping
Plating
Quality control
Kitchen team management
Fine dining restaurant chef experience
Recruiting
Cleaning
Kitchen inventory control
Specials menu development
Training & development
Chef experience
Kitchen stock ordering
Leadership
Team motivation leadership
Communication skills
Professional kitchen experience
Negotiation

Full job description

Job Ref: BRI1308

Branch: Oddfellows on the Park

Location: Oddfellows on the Park, Cheadle

Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Posted date: 23/07/2026

Closing date: 23/08/2026

Profile

Brightstar is an award-winning hospitality management company, with a proven track record in delivering excellence. Our motto is people, quality, profit, and it’s no accident that people come first. We know that great things come from great people! We are passionate about creating an environment where our employees can bring their A-game and be their best selves.

As Head Chef, you will lead the kitchen team in delivering an exceptional culinary experience that reflects both the Brightstar brand and the local character of the hotel. With full responsibility for food quality, safety, menu development, and kitchen operations, you’ll set the tone for excellence, innovation, and teamwork.

Brightstar’s values are at the heart of everything we do: Have Fun, Enjoy Your Work, Act with Integrity, Reach for More, and Take Care. As Head Chef, you’ll bring these values to life by inspiring your team, creating unforgettable dishes, and ensuring a culture of respect, high performance, and pride in every plate served.

Objectives of this role:

Lead the kitchen in delivering exceptional dishes that exceed guest expectations.
Develop seasonal, innovative menus that showcase fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Maintain the highest levels of food hygiene, safety, and compliance.
Manage all kitchen operations, including staffing, stock, and supplier relationships.
Foster a professional, motivated, and supportive kitchen culture.

Key Responsibilities

People

Lead, coach, and develop the kitchen team to achieve high performance and consistency.
Foster a positive and respectful kitchen culture that supports wellbeing and retention.
Provide training and feedback to chefs at all levels to support career development.
Collaborate with front-of-house, events, and hotel leadership teams.
Champion Brightstar’s values across all areas of kitchen leadership.
Ensure all team members understand and deliver the culinary vision.
Support recruitment and succession planning within the kitchen team.

Quality

Design and implement creative, seasonal menus aligned with the hotel’s identity.
Ensure the consistent preparation and presentation of all dishes.
Conduct regular quality control and tasting to maintain standards.
Monitor portion control and plating accuracy.
Implement and enforce all hygiene, food safety, and allergen protocols.
Maintain a clean, efficient, and well-organised kitchen environment.
Respond to guest feedback to improve dishes and dining experiences.

Profit

Manage food costs through effective stock control and waste minimisation.
Create menus that balance guest appeal and profitability.
Monitor and work within kitchen budgets and margin targets.
Oversee ordering, inventory, and supplier negotiations to ensure value and quality.
Support upselling opportunities and collaboration with the FB team.
Drive efficiency in prep and service operations.
Use systems and reporting tools to track performance and make informed decisions.

Responsible Business

Ensure full compliance with all health safety and food safety regulations.
Maintain accurate documentation including HACCP records and cleaning schedules.
Promote sustainable practices such as local sourcing, waste reduction, and energy efficiency.
Role model safe and responsible use of equipment and ingredients.
Support Brightstar’s ethical and environmental commitments through kitchen practices.
Treat all team members, guests, and suppliers with fairness and respect.
Maintain transparency and accountability in all areas of kitchen leadership.
Comply with all company policies, procedures, and operational standards including any hotel-specific brand standards.
Complete all E-learning and mandatory training within required timeframes.

Skills and Qualifications

Exceptional culinary expertise with a flair for creative, high-quality food.
Proven leadership and kitchen management experience.
Deep understanding of food safety, allergen management, and HACCP.
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high standards.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience in cost control, budgeting, and supplier negotiation (preferred).
Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience (preferred).
Previous experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-end kitchen (preferred).

The above responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature of the role and are not intended to be an exhaustive list

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