Job Description

Head Chef - Destination Restaurant
Manchester / West Yorkshire
Berkeley Scott is proud to partner with a well-established, independent destination restaurant in the Manchester / West Yorkshire area. We are seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead the kitchen, drive menu development, and play a key role in shaping the kitchen design.
Working closely with an ambitious, hands-on owner who is striving for critical acclaim, this is a standout opportunity for a Head Chef looking to make a lasting mark on a high-quality operation.
What's on Offer
Wellbeing and benefits platform
Friends and family dining discounts
Tronc / service charge
Free on-site parking
Clear career development and progression opportunities
The Role
Lead the day-to-day operation of the kitchen
Inspire, manage, and support the kitchen brigade through inclusive leadership
Create, develop, and evolve menus with a focus on quality and consistency
Maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene
Work in close partnership with the General Manager and owner
Deliver consistently high standards that meet and exceed guest expectations
Essential Experience & Skills
Proven experience as a Head Chef in a professional kitchen environment
Background in a rosette-level or comparable quality-driven operation
Strong leadership experience managing and developing kitchen teams
Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen operations
Collaborative approach with strong communication skills
Highly organised with excellent time-management abilities
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Berkeley Scott is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
If you are an ambitious Head Chef looking to develop your career within an inclusive and forward-thinking hospitality group, we would love to hear from you.
Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott and Xpress Recruitment) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites

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