Head Chef

Chefs Bay Hospitality are currently recruiting for an experienced Head Chef on behalf of a prestigious venue in Hull.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and creative culinary professional to take the lead within a dynamic, high-volume environment.

The Opportunity

As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for leading kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, consistency, and service delivery. This role requires a strong leader who can oversee diverse catering operations including restaurant service, bar menus, private functions, and large-scale events.

You will play a key role in shaping menus, maintaining operational efficiency, and delivering an exceptional guest experience across all food outlets.

This position would suit a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced setting and enjoys balancing creativity with commercial awareness.

Package & Benefits

• Access to discounted tickets and selected events
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life assurance cover
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Health support benefits including dental, counselling and physiotherapy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Cycle to Work initiative
• Employee referral incentives

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative, high‑quality menus across multiple service areas
• Maintain premium food standards across retail and kiosk‑style outlets
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and hygiene regulations
• Manage GP, stock control, and food cost margins effectively
• Oversee preparation and execution of event catering operations
• Work closely with events and commercial teams to deliver on client expectations
• Manage kitchen administration, ordering procedures, and supplier documentation
• Recruit, train, mentor and motivate the kitchen brigade
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and stock rotation
• Drive operational efficiency while maintaining quality and profitability

About You

• Demonstrated experience operating at senior chef level within a high‑volume, quality‑led environment —
  Essential
• Relevant culinary qualifications with a commitment to continuous professional development —
  Essential
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, cost control and margin management —
  Essential
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to perform under pressure
• Thorough understanding of food hygiene and compliance standards
• High attention to detail and passion for delivering quality
• Creative flair with the ability to introduce and execute fresh concepts successfully

If you are ready for your next leadership challenge, apply today or contact the Chefs Bay team on for a confidential discussion.