Executive Chef

Executive Chef - Up to £65,000 + Excellent Benefits

Lead an outstanding kitchen team at a 4 red star luxury hotel near Stratford upon Avon

Are you an experienced Executive Chef ready to lead a high-performing kitchen team and make your mark within a luxury hotel? This is an exciting opportunity to join a beautiful property in Stratford upon Avon, where exceptional food, personalised service, and memorable guest experiences are at the heart of the operation.

As Executive Chef, you'll have the opportunity to shape the culinary offering, inspire and develop your team, and play a key role in delivering consistently high standards. With excellent career development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, this is a fantastic next step for an ambitious hospitality professional in Stratford upon Avon.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

Up to £65,000 salary

Ongoing career development with in-house and external training, apprenticeships and industry-recognised courses

28 days' holiday including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with length of service

Company pension, enhanced sick pay and life assurance

Complimentary spa access, subject to restrictions

Free onsite parking, where applicable

Uniform and meals provided while on shift

Access to wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme

Online retail discounts and health and wellbeing benefits

Discounted hotel stays, food, drink, spa treatments and products

Annual loyalty awards and Colleague of the Month recognition

Introduction bonus for recommending new colleagues

Regular team gatherings and appreciation events

Key Responsibilities

As the Executive Head Chef, you'll take a hands-on leadership role, ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly while delivering exceptional food and hospitality experiences.

Lead and inspire a high-performing professional kitchen team

Oversee kitchen operations and maintain consistently high standards

Drive culinary excellence, creativity and innovation across the food offering

Mentor, coach and develop team members to support their career progression

Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation and consistency

Ensure strong organisation and operational efficiency across the kitchen

Work collaboratively with the wider hotel team to deliver a personalised guest experience

Lead by example and create a positive, welcoming and supportive team environment

What we're looking for

We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Head Chef who is passionate about food, hospitality and developing people.

Significant experience leading high-performing professional kitchens

Strong leadership and team development skills

Excellent organisational and operational abilities

Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to consistently high standards

A genuine passion for exceptional food and hospitality

A proactive approach with the ability to naturally go above and beyond

Advanced culinary or hospitality qualifications would be advantageous

A welcoming, friendly and positive attitude with a strong team ethosIf you're ready to take your next step as an Executive Chef in Stratford upon Avon, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a luxury hospitality business where individuality, care and excellence are valued. Apply now and take the next step in your career.

Job Number │ (phone number removed) / INDCHEFS

Location │ Stratford upon Avon

Role │ Executive Chef

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