Head Chef
Rushton Hall Hotel and Spa
Location: Rushton, Northamptonshire
Position: Full-time, Permanent
Rushton Hall Hotel and Spa is a prestigious Grade 1 listed luxury Hotel and Spa set in stunning historic surroundings. We are seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead our kitchen brigade and deliver outstanding culinary experiences that reflect the quality and reputation of our hotel.
The Role
As Head Chef, you will have full responsibility for the kitchen operation, driving creativity, consistency, and excellence across all food offerings, including Weddings, concept menus, private and large corporate events, and spa dining.
This is a hands on role and a key part of your role will be to build, nurture, and lead a high-performing kitchen team, creating a positive, professional, and collaborative working environment where individuals can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, inspire, and develop the kitchen team to the highest standards
- Recruit, train, and mentor chefs at all levels, building a strong and stable brigade
- Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive kitchen culture that promotes teamwork and accountability
- Create clear structures, communication, and expectations to ensure smooth service and consistency
- Identify talent within the team and actively support career progression and skill development
- Design and deliver seasonal, innovative menus using fresh ingredients
- Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency
- Manage kitchen budgets, GP margins, stock control, and supplier relationships
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
- Collaborate closely with senior management to enhance the overall guest experience
About You
- Proven experience as a Head Chef within a luxury hotel
- A natural leader with a passion for developing people and building cohesive teams
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and retain staff
- Committed to creating a supportive and professional kitchen culture
- Excellent organisational and financial acumen
- A creative, driven professional with a commitment to excellence
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Opportunity to work in a renowned luxury hotel and spa
- A supportive senior leadership team that values collaboration
- Creative freedom to shape menus and develop your kitchen team
- Staff benefits and discounts
- Company Pension
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Onsite Parking
- Contract specific Staff Accommodation if required both short term or permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
