Head Chef

Malmaison Hotel du Vin; Winchester; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Winchester is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and deliver exceptional culinary experiences. This permanent position offers a salary of up to £42,500 along with numerous perks including discounted room rates, healthcare plans, and opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary skills and the capacity to lead and inspire a kitchen team. Join us and create unforgettable memories for our guests.

Benefits

Discounted Staff Room Rates

Discounted Friends and Family Room Rates

35% off dining bills

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare Cash Plans

Referral schemes

Wellness initiatives

Complimentary stays on anniversaries

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong culinary background and understanding of high standards.
• Ability to oversee kitchen operations and inspire team.
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food.
• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver excellent dishes.
• Oversee staff training and development opportunities.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Customer service

Job description

About the Location

Opened 1994

24 Bedrooms

64‑seater Bistro & Bar

1 Private Event Spaces – seating up to 50

The first Hotel du Vin opened in 1994 in the ancient city of Winchester. Built in 1715, the building is brimming with Queen Anne‑style architecture. A city steeped in history, with a landmark cathedral, wonderful architecture, historic museums, cobbled streets lined with independent shops and boutiques, theatres, literary events and arts festivals. All on the doorstep of the stunning landscape of the South Downs.

About The Role

Head Chef

Up to £42,500 including TRONC / 45 Hours per week

Permanent position

Hotel du Vin Winchester

Get paid for doing what you love, get loads of perks and benefits, learn something new and make a career for life with Hotel Du Vin. Get a taste for our Kitchen… Do you love watching your food leave the pass, knowing that the guest will love eating it as much as you loved cooking it? Do you love people and making guests smile, can you deliver on our high standards every day?

Can you do all this whilst overseeing the running of the kitchen? Can you support the General Manager by inspiring the kitchen team to deliver perfect dishes every time?

Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you can be proud of? We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Senior Head Chef role – we actively encourage internal development and progression. Onwards and upwards!

Benefits

In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
• A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it’s earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

After Probationary Period

• Private Medical Healthcare
• Bonus Plan based on clear and transparent KPI’s
• Critical Illness cover
• Life Assurance

Our Sustainability Goals

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace

Equal Opportunity Statement

• Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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