Head Chef
| Posting date: | 30 January 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 March 2026 |
| Location: | Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 2DH |
| Company: | Leonardo Hotels |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JR103345_1769771132 |
Summary
The Head Chef will direct the strategic initiatives and objectives of the Kitchen department, as well as managing day to day operations through the engagement of the team. All members of the department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness.
As a Head Chef, you'll be keeping your department running like clockwork and leading your team to ensure our guests have an incredible experience with us. Take a deep breath because you'll be stepping into a busy role! You'll think creatively to design food menus and items, and be in control of cost management in the Kitchen. You'll also be nurturing the talent within your Kitchen, showing patience and understanding to all colleagues, and inspiring a vibrant team to exceed our guests' expectations.
If you're our ideal Head Chef, you will:
* Keep the department calm, composed and organised - we don't let it get too hot
* Be a role model for the department to support progression within your team
* Be proactive and contribute in the strategic running of the hotel
* Aspire to grow with us - with our amazing Senior Chef Programme, you can take your skills and career to the next level
* Show us the money and drive revenue whilst controlling costs, maximising profit for the Kitchen
* And above all, be a trendsetter - lead the way!
Leonardo Hotels is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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