Be Yourself – Be an Inspiration to Your Team – Be Leonardo
As a Head Chef, you’ll be responsible for maintaining smooth department operations and leading your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. This busy role requires creative menu design, cost control, and talent nurturing within your Kitchen. You will demonstrate patience and understanding, inspiring your team to exceed expectations.
Some of the perks you could enjoy include:
* Head of Department bonus scheme based on financial and personal performance
* Enhanced pension plan
* Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe
* Company-wide recognition scheme with vouchers
* Meals on duty
* Talent referral scheme with bonuses
* Regular celebrations like Thank You Week and Employee Awards
* Access to Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, and Wellbeing Support
* Ongoing training and clear progression paths
If you’re our ideal Head Chef, you will:
* Be authentic!
* Maintain a calm, organized department
* Lead by example to support team progression
* Contribute to the hotel’s strategic management
* Drive revenue, control costs, and maximize kitchen profit
* Lead trendsetting culinary initiatives
Why join us?
We prioritize our colleagues’ wellbeing alongside our guests’ satisfaction. Joining our team makes you part of the Leonardo community, supported by our “People Programme” and “Passion 4 People Leonardo Culture” workshops.
We offer development programs like the 8-month “Fast Forward Programme” and the longer-term “Accelerate Programme,” preparing you for roles such as DGM or Operations Manager. These include ILM certification and IoH membership, with comprehensive training and clear career progression to support your growth in hospitality.
Our Story
With decades of hotel industry expertise, we operate over 270 hotels across the UK and Europe. We manage more than 55 hotels in the UK & Ireland, and with our rapid expansion plans, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us!
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