Head Chef

Company Overview

Bosworth Leisure Ltd operates in the hospitality industry, specifically focusing on hotel and restaurant services. The company aims to provide a warm and friendly environment for both guests and employees, emphasizing motivation and engagement.

Summary

We are seeking a talented Head Chef to join our team at the Prince Llewelyn Hotel located in the picturesque heartland of Beddgelert, North Wales.

You'll be a natural leader with experience in fast-paced kitchens, able to inspire and develop a close-knit team while maintaining high standards of food quality, safety and consistency. With strong kitchen management skills, you'll take ownership of GP, Health & Safety, and allergens, while also getting stuck into service alongside your team.

We want someone who loves fresh, hearty cooking, is excited by food, and is ready to make their mark.

Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Creation & Development:

Design and create exciting, seasonal menus that showcase the best of pub food. Incorporate local ingredients and reflect customer preferences, with options for both classic favourites and innovative new dishes.

• Kitchen Leadership & Team Management:

Lead, manage, and inspire the kitchen team, ensuring smooth operations and a motivated workforce. Train and develop staff to maintain high standards and ensure efficiency and consistency during busy service periods.

• Food Quality & Presentation:

Oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of all dishes to the highest standards, ensuring a consistent dining experience for every customer. Always maintain portion control and food quality.

• Health & Safety Compliance:

Ensure that the kitchen complies with all food safety regulations, health and safety standards, and Bosworth Leisure company policies. Maintain a clean and safe working environment, with a focus on food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.

• Stock Control & Ordering:

Manage kitchen stock levels, ensuring that all ingredients are ordered, stored, and rotated appropriately. Work closely with suppliers to maintain cost-effective stock levels and reduce waste.

• Budget & Cost Control:

Work within budgetary constraints, managing food costs and ensuring efficient use of resources. Help to control portion sizes and monitor wastage to maximise profitability while maintaining quality.

• Collaboration with Front of House:

Work closely with the front-of-house & Management team to ensure smooth communication between kitchen and service. Ensure that all food orders are prepared and delivered in a timely manner, even during peak hours.

• Customer Experience:

Strive to provide an exceptional food experience for every customer. Listen to customer feedback, resolve any issues, and always maintain a high level of service.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Hands-on chef who leads by example in service
• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a pub, restaurant, or similar high-volume venue.
• Strong passion for pub food with the ability to prepare and serve traditional dishes to a high standard.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with experience running a busy kitchen.
• Sound knowledge of food hygiene regulations, health and safety procedures, and kitchen safety.
• Experience managing kitchen budgets, food costs, and stock control.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and lead a team during busy service.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A proactive attitude, with a focus on continuous improvement and maintaining high standards.
• Strong communicator with professionalism and integrity

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £14.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Experience:

• Sous / Head Chef: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person