Woolley Grange
HEAD CHEF
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Head Chef
Kitchen - Woolley Grange Hotel
Contract: Permanent
Salary: c£55k per annum plus bonus and service charge
Are you a culinary virtuoso with a passion for creating unforgettable dining experiences? Do you have a hunger for success? Do you feel at home in a family-focused environment where you are able to tantalise and delight even the littlest of taste buds?
If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you at Woolley Grange, as we are seeking a motivated and talented Head Chef to join our dynamic kitchen brigade. If you are a dedicated and skilled chef, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a luxury hotel known for its exceptional service and welcoming culture.
Role Overview
As Head Chef at Woolley Grange, you are at the helm and lead the kitchen brigade. The role will involve managing the team's rota, stock control, quality standards, and being creative with menus. You will not only be able to manage the team on a day-to-day running of the business but lead the team efficiently, productively, and with the LFH behaviours in the forefront of your mind.
This is a permanent role, at 48 hours per week (including weekends), with a salary of c£55,000 per annum plus bonus and generous service charge.
What We Are Looking For
- Passion for Perfection: Your love for food is contagious, and your commitment to delivering culinary perfection is unwavering.
- Team Development: A commitment to cultivating a positive and dynamic kitchen environment. We believe in growing together, and your dedication to developing the skills of your team members is crucial.
- Forward-Thinking Mindset: We are not just a hotel; we are a brand. Bring your forward-thinking mindset to contribute ideas that will shape the culinary identity of Fowey Hall Hotel for years to come. We are looking for someone with visionary leadership, who will join us on an exciting journey into 2026 and beyond.
- Results Oriented: Proven high standards of kitchen hygiene & HACCP, experience in payroll management to achieve and exceed payroll budget and work to strict food cost budgets.
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Why Work with Us?
- Knife Sponsorship Scheme – We understand the importance of a chef’s tools so we offer our kitchen team members up to £120 to put towards your very own knives.
- Chefs Dine Out Scheme – We want our chefs to experience new styles and tastes of dining as part of their development so every 6 months we will give you £100 on eating out at restaurant of your choice!
- Training and Development: Training and development is central to life at LFH, it’s something we truly value. We are proudly certified by the Institute of Hospitality and support our teams’ development through partnerships with award-winning, hospitality specific apprenticeship providers.
- An Extra Day’s Holiday for Your Birthday
- EarlyPay – Need to access some of your monthly salary a little early sometimes? No problem!
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Help@Hand – Our online health and wellbeing service – Get same day remote GP appointments, Mental Health support and Physiotherapy on us.
- Life Assurance Benefit for peace of mind for your loved ones.
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Packages
- Volunteer Day Off – Want to give back but never have the time? We will give you a paid day off for any volunteering or fundraising you would like to get involved in once a year.
- The LFH Benefit Hub – Easily accessible employee discount platform for you to take advantage of at your favourite high street and online retailers.
- 50% Off Food and Beverage and the Spa across Luxury Family Hotels.
- Incredible Discounted Hotel Stays for you, friends, and family.
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Who Are LFH?
Woolley Grange is entering an exciting new chapter. Nestled in the heart of beautiful Wiltshire, this much-loved Jacobean manor has recently undergone an extensive and thoughtful refurbishment. Every detail has been designed to honour its rich heritage while introducing a refreshed sense of warmth and charm.
As part of the Luxury Family Hotels collection, Woolley Grange continues to create truly memorable experiences for every member of the family. We’re now looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join us at this inspiring moment and play a key role in shaping the next chapter of one of Wiltshire’s most distinctive family hotels.
Here at LFH, we are an equal opportunities employer and strive to create a diverse and accessible workplace for all. We believe in a culture and inclusive team member experience that values people from all backgrounds, races, and religions. We respect, value, and embrace diversity and ensure everyone is recognised and respected; we celebrate our differences.
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