Head Chef

The venue

Exceptional and truly unique, Newton Hall Estate, located in Northumberland, North East England, is the UKs newest Staycation destination, coolest and quirkiest luxury hotel and ultimate wedding venue specialising in outdoor weddings, beach celebrations and spectacular corporate events.

About the role

As Head Chef, you will be accountable for maximising profit from all food produced and served, achieving this by delivering exceptional dishes and menus crafted from seasonal ingredients, while maintaining strict control over costs. You will be responsible for creating outstanding menus and consistently producing high-quality dishes.

Your focus will be on improving customer satisfaction and encouraging repeat business by upholding consistently high standards in menu design, ingredient quality, cooking techniques, and presentation. A key objective will be to build a strong reputation for the wedding venue, while fostering a highly motivated team, ensuring their development, and meeting or exceeding annual food profit targets.

You will oversee all kitchen operations, leading the team in the preparation of delicious food that creates memorable dining experiences for guests. In addition, you will ensure the highest standards of kitchen maintenance, food safety, and inventory management, making sure the kitchen runs efficiently at all times.

About you

• Excellent cooking skills with a strong understanding of produce and ingredients
• Previous experience as a Head Chef/Senior Chef Role in a similar venue
• Excellent leadership skills with experience of developing and leading a team
• Strong communication skills through a variety of means
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to stay calm under pressure, adapting your approach to complete routine and non-routine tasks
• Exceptional organisation and planning skills through Standard operating procedures. High attention to detail and accuracy great at managing ones own time and the time of the team
• Drive & self-motivated. Excellent knowledge of kitchen related legislative requirements/audits
• Experience of budget management with a good understanding of P&Ls and KPIs along with an understanding of rota management, food, menu and labour cost control.
• Hold appropriate professional qualifications for the role and have HACCP knowledge and experience

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a luxury wedding Venue.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth, within the Group.
• Competitive salary.