Head Chef

Hand Picked Hotels

Location:

Worcester, Worcestershire, WR12 7LY

Salary:
Competitive + service charge + excellent colleague benefits

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | 5 days out of 7

We are currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Head Chef at Buckland Manor Hotel, part of Hand Picked Hotels.

Buckland Manor is renowned for creating exceptional guest experiences through outstanding service, attention to detail, and warm hospitality. Working here means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to excellence, helping to deliver memorable stays, special celebrations, and outstanding dining experiences in one of the Cotswolds' most beautiful country house hotels.

Set within 10 acres of beautifully maintained gardens in the picturesque Cotswold village of Buckland, Buckland Manor provides a stunning and tranquil working environment. From welcoming guests and delivering exceptional dining experiences to supporting special occasions and events, your contribution will play an important role in creating unforgettable moments for our guests.

If you're looking for a role where you'll be valued, supported, and part of a friendly and professional team in a charming luxury country house setting, Buckland Manor could be the perfect place for you.

The role of a Head Chef at Buckland Manor Hotel involves leading the delivery of an exceptional culinary experience for guests, ensuring that all menus reflect creativity, quality, and seasonal diversity. The Head Chef will design and oversee dishes that complement the hotel’s luxury offering, providing expert leadership in the kitchen and maintaining outstanding standards of presentation and flavour.

As Head Chef your role will focus on supporting and developing the culinary team through training, guidance, and inspirational leadership.

Responsibilities also include managing kitchen operations, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, monitoring stock and costs, and creating bespoke menus across the hotels outlets that enhance the overall guest experience and uphold the hotel’s reputation for excellence in luxury hospitality.

This is a full-time role working 5 days out of 7 including weekends on a rota basis, 45 hours per week, which may vary depending on business.

• A competitive salary, plus a share of service charge.
  
  A welcoming, inclusive culture where long-term friendships and diversity are celebrated.
• Ongoing career development with in-house and external training, including apprenticeships and industry-recognised courses.
• 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays..
• Uniform and meals on shift provided.
• Free onsite parking (where applicable).
• Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
  
  Company pension, enhanced sick pay & Life assurance scheme.
• Online retail discount platform offering thousands of savings with high street retailers and restaurants as well as a health and well-being platform.
• Discounted stays in our hotels and on food, drink, spa treatments & products.
• Colleague of the Month awards, which leads to our annual awards ceremony.
• Regular team gatherings and appreciation events.

We are looking for active and enthusiastic candidates that have a willing attitude and a welcoming and friendly nature. We work as a team to ensure our hotel operates smoothly and our guests are receiving a high-quality, personalised, and magical experience that they remember, recommend and return to time and time again.

You will have significant experience leading high-performing professional kitchens, ideally supported by advanced culinary or hospitality qualifications. As an Executive Head Chef, you will demonstrate…