Head Chef

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented Head Chef to take charge of a dynamic culinary operation within a high-quality hospitality environment. This Head Chef position is ideal for an experienced kitchen leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences, inspiring teams, and driving culinary excellence.

We are searching for a hands-on Head Chef who combines creativity, strong leadership skills, and commercial awareness with a genuine passion for food. The successful Head Chef will oversee all aspects of kitchen performance, ensuring consistently high standards across food production, presentation, service delivery, and team development.

As Head Chef, you will play a key role in shaping menus, maintaining profitability, developing culinary talent, and delivering memorable dining experiences for guests.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership & Menu Development

Create, review, and enhance innovative menus that reflect current food trends and customer preferences.
Develop dishes using fresh, high-quality ingredients while catering to a variety of dietary requirements.
Ensure menus remain commercially viable through effective recipe and menu costing.

Kitchen Management

Oversee all daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all meal periods and service styles.
Monitor food preparation standards, portion control, presentation, and food safety procedures.
Maintain a well-organised and productive kitchen environment.

Team Leadership & Training

Lead, motivate, and mentor kitchen employees to achieve high standards of performance.
Deliver ongoing training and coaching in food preparation techniques, kitchen procedures, and service excellence.
Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Financial Performance & Stock Control

Manage food costs, purchasing activities, inventory levels, and waste reduction initiatives.
Monitor stock usage and implement effective controls to maximise profitability without compromising quality.
Ensure accurate inventory management and stock rotation procedures are maintained.

Event & Hospitality Operations

Collaborate with operational teams to create bespoke menus and dining experiences for functions, celebrations, and special events.
Ensure all catering requirements are executed to the highest professional standards.

Food Safety & Compliance

Maintain full compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and kitchen operating procedures.
Oversee allergen management, food labelling, and dietary accommodation processes.
Ensure kitchen equipment is used correctly and maintained to a safe and operational standard.

Supplier & Quality Management

Work closely with suppliers to source quality ingredients and secure best-value purchasing opportunities.
Monitor product quality and maintain strong supplier relationships to support operational success.

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience as a Head Chef within a busy hospitality, leisure, resort, hotel, restaurant, or premium dining environment.
Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
Excellent knowledge of menu planning, food production, and cost control.
Experience managing kitchen budgets, inventory, and purchasing processes.
Comprehensive understanding of food safety, hygiene regulations, and allergen management.
Ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing kitchen teams.
Creative approach to menu development and guest satisfaction.
Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to lead an established culinary operation.
Supportive and professional working environment.
Career progression and personal development opportunities.
Competitive package based on experience.
The chance to make a significant impact as a valued Head Chef within a successful hospitality business.

The Next Steps?

Interested? Simply apply with your CV/Resume, and the New Recruits team will reach out for a confidential pre‑screening discussion. We will explore your background, your culinary philosophy, and your aspirations to ensure the ideal match. Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams.

About New Recruits International Ltd.

Founded in 2020, our agency specialises in recruiting elite talent across construction, engineering, hospitality, and corporate support throughout the Caribbean and the Americas. We are driven by passion, quality, integrity, collaboration, and discretion, consistently matching exceptional professionals with world‑class opportunities.