Location: Room One @ Hartford Golf Club, Burrows Hill, Hartford, Cheshire, CW8 3AP
Salary: Competitive + benefits
Contract: Full-time, permanent
About Room One & Hartford Golf Club
Room One is a premium wedding, conference, and events venue set within Hartford Golf Club — a well-established, family‑run golf centre featuring a driving range, 9‑hole course, Pro Shop, Adventure Golf, Padel and golfers’ lounge.
Room One has become a sought‑after venue in Cheshire. We are now looking for an ambitious and experienced Head Chef to lead our culinary team to new heights. As the Head Chef, you will oversee the kitchen operations, manage kitchen staff, and ensure that our customers receive exceptional dining experiences from day‑to‑day operations to large‑scale events. If you have a passion for cooking and leading a team, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and cook a variety of dishes to the highest standard
- Manage and supervise kitchen staff
- Develop and implement menus, recipes, and cooking techniques
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene
- Control food costs, inventory, and ordering
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery
- Train and develop kitchen staff to improve skills and performance
Requirements
- Prior experience necessary
- Strong knowledge of current food safety and hygiene regulations
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage a team effectively
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of inventory management systems
Desired Qualifications
- Hospitality or culinary degree
- Experience in a similar role or industry
- Food safety certification (e.g., HACCP, Food Hygiene)
- Knowledge of menu planning, budgeting, and cost control
The Package
- Competitive Salary (based on 40 hours per week)
- 5 days out of 7, including evenings and weekends as required
- 28 days annual leave
- Flexible working patterns
- Pension scheme
- Free use of the golf course and driving range
- Staff discounts on food and in the Pro Shop
- Fun, fast‑paced working environment
If you feel that you have the experience, drive and skill set to make ROOM ONE the NUMBER ONE Wedding and Events venue in Cheshire then please get in touch.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On‑site parking
Experience: Hospitality or events: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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