This role is adecuado for a self-motivated culinary leader who thrives with creative and operational freedom and takes pride in running a high-performing, well-organised kitchen. We are a hotel/restaurant with up to 150 covers currently with vision for further expansion. Live in package is available if required.

You will have end-to-end responsibility for food quality, menu development, cost control, team leadership, and kitchen systems, with the authority to make decisions that directly shape the food offering and kitchen culture.

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Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Leadership & Operations
- Run all day-to-day kitchen operations with mínimal oversight
- Set and maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation
- Design, implement, and refine kitchen systems and workflows
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace regulations

Menu Development & Food Direction
- Create, develop, and evolve menus aligned with the business vision and customer expectations
- Take full ownership of menu costing, portion control, and pricing input




- Adapt menus seasonally and respond to performance data and feedback

Financial & Stock Control
- Manage food costs, wastage, and supplier relationships
- Oversee ordering, inventory, and stock rotation
- Meet agreed food cost and margin targets

Team Management & Culture
- Recruit, train, and manage kitchen staff
- Build a positive, accountable, and professional kitchen culture
- Set rosters, manage labour efficiently, and lead by example during service

Autonomy & Accountability
- Operate with a high level of independence and decision-making authority
- Proactively identify issues and implement solutions without needing direction
- Report on performance, costs, and improvements to ownership/management

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Authority & Decision-Making

This role includes genuine autonomy, including:
- Full control over menu creation and execution
- Authority over kitchen hiring and team structure (within agreed budgets)

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