We are recruiting an experienced Senior Head Chef for a very well-known 4* Hotel in Wales. As Head Chef you will take charge of the kitchens for all Food and Beverage and Event spaces. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for creativity, bringing the Hotel on a Culinary journey and have experience in leading a hardworking team in a busy kitchen. This role requires someone who is creative, vibrant with a real edge to their menu planning with the ability to shape the F&B offering and helping make the hotel a culinary destination for locals and hotel guests. Summary of Key activities Be responsible for the everyday management of a fast-paced Kitchen team Design menus that enhance customers culinary experience whilst maintaining a high standard of quality and consistency Identifying future trends, respect the seasons and champion local produce when menu planning Driving sales and maintaining a high level of standards throughout the Kitchen including all aspects of Food preparation Ensure that all food preparation is in accordance with regulatory guidelines Strong financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting including robust plans for waste management Establishes food presentation techniques and quality standards To ensure HACCP procedures are followed accordingly to the companys Food Safety Management policies Ensuring quality control measures and hygiene systems are always maintained. Monitor standards, cost control, stock rotation and general efficiency of the kitchen Oversee ordering of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages Hiring, training, mentoring and managing kitchen staff Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers Manage the busy service periods and produce a high standard of food. Practice strong financial management including menu costings, food margin control and labour cost control Achieving operational objectives through requisitioning or purchasing supplies and equipment Ensure all administrative requirements are being followed by all teams and are compliant and correctly maintained in line with company policy & procedures. Skills and experience A minimum of 4 years Head Chef experience in a 4/5* Hotel. Creative, innovative, and extremely well organised. Exceptional Culinary skills with a creative edge Excellent kitchen management skills with a strong presence in the kitchen Establishes food presentation techniques and quality standards Strong leadership skills to manage and direct a large team Strong creativity and innovation when created new menus and recipes Previous Management experience in the local market is a plus Up to date with current health food trends as well as forward thinking for future trend opportunities. Ability to manage rotating menus, special events and hospitality requirements across multiple outlets including Weddings, Lounge, Restaurant and Hotel Bar Able to produce high quality food whilst being financially astute. Ability to recruit, train and retain a solid team around you who will commit fully to your vision. Excellent communications skills Applicants require current legal status to live and work in UK without restrictions To apply for this role please forward current Resume in MS Word format to Remember to include details for 2/3 Referees we can contact on your behalf Skills: Standards and service Kitchen Management Bistro Restaurant bar Food Menu development HACCP Wedding specialist Benefits: Meal Allowance / Canteen Paid holidays Car parking