Head Chef in Bristol

Head Chef, Hotel du Vin Avon Gorge Rate of Pay / Hours: £51k + Tronc / 45 hours Type of Contract: Permanent position Location: Bristol, Clifton Village

Get paid for doing what you love, enjoy great perks and benefits, learn something new and build a career for life with Hotel du Vin.

Get a taste for our kitchen…

Do you love watching your food leave the pass, knowing your guests will enjoy eating it as much as you enjoyed creating it? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional food, leading a team and creating memorable dining experiences every day?

We're looking for a passionate and talented Head Chef to lead the entire kitchen operation at Avon Gorge by Hotel du Vin, one of our three Collection properties within the portfolio.

This is a unique opportunity to oversee a diverse food offering across multiple outlets and event spaces. The property is home to The White Lion, an iconic Clifton Village pub renowned for its stunning views over the River Avon and Clifton Suspension Bridge. You'll also lead the culinary operation at Goram & Vincent, our beautiful AA Rosette restaurant overlooking the Avon Gorge, featuring an open kitchen, coal fired grills, bespoke clay ovens and hand-cut steaks, all served against the backdrop of some of Bristol's most spectacular views.

In addition to our restaurant and pub offering, the hotel hosts a wide range of conferences, events and weddings, giving you the opportunity to showcase your creativity across multiple styles of dining and service.

This role offers real autonomy. You'll lead the entire food operation across the property, taking ownership of all menus and food concepts whilst inspiring your team to deliver exceptional experiences for every guest. This is a rare opportunity to put your own stamp on a well established and highly regarded destination venue.

Can you oversee the successful running of the kitchen, inspire your team to deliver outstanding dishes every time and work closely with the General Manager to drive standards, innovation and performance?

Can you do all this whilst overseeing the day to day running of the kitchen and ensuring consistently high standards across every service?

Do you want to be part of something different, working with exceptional food and drink within a brand you can be proud of?

We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be your next step into a senior leadership role within our Collection portfolio and we actively encourage development and progression. Onwards and upwards.

In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:

Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison & Hotel du Vin with rooms available from £65 per night.

Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.

35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career

High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more

Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes

Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month

Referral scheme that pay up to £1,500, just for getting your friends jobs! (*Terms & Conditions apply)

A quality uniform where required

We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like – Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more

We work with Stream giving instant access to your pay as it’s earned. Stream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you’re already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary

We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.

Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

Plus on completing your probationary period you will be provided with:

Private Medical Healthcare

Bonus Plan based on clear and transparent KPI’s

Critical Illness cover

Life Assurance

Our Sustainability Goals:

100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK

We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round

We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.

Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace

Interested?? Click Apply Now

Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.