The Role
As Head Chef, you will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, leading and developing the brigade while maintaining the standards required of a 2 AA Rosette establishment.
You will have the creative freedom to develop seasonal menus, introduce new dishes and work closely with local suppliers to showcase the best available produce; whilst hitting GP targets.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen brigade
- Maintaining and building upon our existing 2 AA Rosette standards
- Creating seasonal menus using the best local ingredients and suppliers
- Developing menus across restaurant, weddings and hotel led events
- Ensuring exceptional standards of flavour, presentation and consistency
- Managing food costs, GP, stock control and purchasing
- Building strong relationships with suppliers and championing local produce
- Planning rotas and managing kitchen labour effectively
- Recruiting, training and developing members of the kitchen team
- Ensuring all food safety, hygiene, allergen and health & safety procedures are fully maintained
- Working closely with the General Manager and wider hotel team
- Maintaining a calm, organised and professional kitchen during busy services
- Continually looking for opportunities to improve the food operation and guest experience
About You
We are looking for a chef who is genuinely passionate about food and hospitality and who takes pride in developing both dishes and people.
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef
- Experience within a 2 AA Rosette or higher kitchen
- A background in quality hotels, restaurants or country house properties
- Strong knowledge of seasonal cuisine & trends
- Excellent menu development and food presentation skills
- Strong commercial awareness, including GP, stock and labour control
- The ability to lead, motivate and develop a kitchen team
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail
- A calm, hands-on approach during busy services
- A genuine desire to maintain and improve culinary standards
- Excellent knowledge of food safety and allergen legislation
Most importantly, you will be a natural leader who enjoys being part of a team and wants to create a kitchen culture where people can perform at their best.
Salary & Benefits
- £45,000 p.a. Neg. Depending on experience
- Tronc
- Performance related incentives
- Live‑in available
- Meals on duty
- Company discounts
- Training & Development Opportunities
- Workplace pension
- Supportive management and a stable kitchen team
About us
The Two Bridges Hotel offers fine Devon hospitality in the heart of Dartmoor National Park. Find us perched on the banks of the beautiful West Dart River, with jaw-dropping countryside and bracing walks in every direction. Step inside and discover a warm Devon welcome, comfortable hotel rooms in which to rest the night, fine restaurant dining, characterful lounges, and a bustling bar. And all in beautifully historic surroundings.
About the team
We’re a busy team here at the Two Bridges Hotel, who share a passion for great customer service, fabulous surroundings, hard work, and a little fun! We’re open every day, from early until late, so you’ll need to be flexible and have reliable transport (unless the vacancy is advertised as having live-in accommodation available). In return, we offer competitive rates of pay, and meals whilst on duty. We are privileged to have a great team, many of whom have been with us for quite a while, and a warm welcome awaits!
Pay: £42,500.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
