Head Chef
Location: Winchester
Salary: £42,000 – £45,000 per annum
We are looking for an experienced and driven Head Chef to lead the entire kitchen operation at our established hotel in Winchester.
With 81 bedrooms, a busy food offering, and a strong conference and banqueting business, this is a hands‑on leadership role suited to a Head Chef who enjoys variety, volume, and building a motivated kitchen team.
The Operation
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80-bedroom hotel
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Full food operation including:
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Breakfast service
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Lunch and dinner service
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Conference & banqueting
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Events and functions (some ALC)
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Two large conference suites:
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One for up to 80 guests
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One for up to 100 guests
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Maximum capacity: 200 guests
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The Role
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Full responsibility for all kitchen operations across the hotel
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Lead, train, and develop the kitchen brigade
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Deliver consistent, high-quality food across all services
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Menu planning and development for all outlets and events
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Manage GP, food costs, stock control, and ordering
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Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
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Work closely with hotel management, events, and front-of-house teams
The Ideal Candidate
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Proven experience as a Head Chef within a hotel or high-volume environment
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Strong background in conference, banqueting, and all-day dining
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Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
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Commercially aware with a hands‑on management style
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Passionate about food quality, consistency, and team development
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary of £42,000 – £45,000
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A stable and structured kitchen team
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Varied role covering all aspects of hotel catering
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Opportunity to make a real impact on the food offering
If you are a confident Head Chef looking to lead a full-scale hotel kitchen operation in Winchester, we would love to hear from you.
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Head Chef in Winchester employer: Mint People
At Mint People, we pride ourselves on being a premier employer in the luxury hospitality sector, offering our Housekeepers the chance to work in some of the UK's most prestigious 5-star hotels. With competitive pay rates, flexible working opportunities, and a strong focus on career development, we ensure that our team members thrive in an environment where excellence is celebrated. Join us to elevate your career while contributing to unforgettable guest experiences in a supportive and dynamic work culture.
