The Role...

A unique opportunity has arisen at the Headland Hotel and Spa. We are actively seeking a Head Chef to lead our amazing team in Terrace Restaurant.

The Terrace stretches around the south and west sides of The Headland with commanding views over the sand and surf. By day it’s vibrant and casual. Come in off the beach with the kids, spread out in our big chairs and treat yourself to local seafood specials, filling subs or an indulgent Cornish cream tea. When the weather’s good, eat out under wide blue skies.

Main Responsibilities:

Lots to do, but lots of fun

As the Terrace Head Chef you will be expected to;

• Lead by example with regard to service standards as required.
• Be comfortable working under an Executive Head Chef to deliver the best possible culinary experience.
• Possess an outstanding knowledge of ingredients, seasonality, techniques and cookery.
• Work with your team to prepare, cook and present food to the highest standards ensuring guest expectations are exceeded with every plate.
• Ensure that recipes are always followed accurately, controlling portion size and waste.
• Ensure supplies are correctly issued, used and accounted for to carry out stock takes and food rotation procedures.
• Maintain records relating to food production activities and supplier information.
• Ensure Health and Safety and Food Safety Standards are maintained in line with company policy.
• Set objectives with your team and be responsible for the day to day running of the kitchen.
• Regularly assess employee performance and recognise training needs and potential.
• Hold team meetings on a regular basis to communicate targets, standards required and company and client information.
• Maintain strong and effective relationships with the Terrace Restaurant Manager and their front of house team.
• Help manage heart of house service areas to include cleanliness, hygiene, stock control and wastage.
• To have the ability, confidence and capability to deal with any guest or staff concerns.
• Be responsible for coaching, training and mentoring the kitchen team.
• Work alongside the Executive Head Chef, Restaurant Manager and teams to optimise sales and develop the business.

 The Ideal Candidate:

Are you right for us?

Our appointed Head Chef will have;

• Previous Head Chef experience in an ambitious, high volume and modern restaurant.
• A strong background from within hotel or restaurant sector, preferably at a 5* luxury star standard.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing).
• Exceptional organisational skills.
• Possess a keen eye for detail.
• Have a passion and strong knowledge of gastronomy, ingredients and seasonality.
• An understanding of what it takes to create a 5 star dining experience from both front and heart of house.
• The determination to create a memorable culinary guest experience.
• A desire to create a strong and positive kitchen environment.
• Drive to work within the pressure of a high volume restaurant environment.
• Level 3 food safety and health and safety would be an advantage.

Are we right for you?

This privately owned business will expect a lot, but we’ll give a lot to get the right people and you will be supported both internally and externally by a great team who aspire to the same goals as yourself. There are four main things we look for;

1. We want someone with bags of character. We don’t want you to hide your personality when you’re at work, we want you to feel comfortable, to be who you are. We want our guests to visit not only for the destination and of course the incredible food, but for you as their host.

2. You’ve got to like being around others, smiling and chatting because you like people. You’re confident around your guests, but also confident in leading and coaching your team to do the same.

3. We need extra milers. So if you think the job description is all you have to do, then we’re not for you.

4. You have to put your heart into it. When you tell a guest or team member you’re happy to help, you have to mean it.

 Package Description:

And now for the good stuff

Hospitality is all about looking after people and we are committed to our people. We work hard to ensure you can enjoy your job and are well rewarded. As well as excellent training, development and progression opportunities, other benefits include:

For you

• Competitive salary upto £40,000 (depending on experience) plus benefits.
• Holidays increased with length of service.
• Staff dining scheme in any of our three restaurants. You’ll dine free and up to three guests can dine with you with 50% off food and beverages.
• Friends and family accommodation at 50% off best available rate per night B&B (subject to availability) here at the Headland.
• Special rate applicable when visiting other Pride of Britain Hotels (subject to availability).
• One complimentary stay with partner/friend/one family member per year, with 50% off food, non-alcoholic drinks and spa. (Applicable after completing a year’s service, subject to availability)
• 25% off all spa treatments.
• 40% off spa products.
• Access to the gym (subject to availability)
• 1 x swim session per week for the Aqua Club either before 9.30am or after 6.30pm (subject to availability).
• Discounted surf lessons with our in-house Surf Sanctuary.

• Team Surf Sanctuary session in May and June where up to 18 team members will get together to have a coasteering session or group surf lesson FOR FREE. (18 staff max, subject to availability).
• Access to mental health first-aiders and a confidential employee assistance scheme.
• Annual long service awards dinner for those with +5 years’ service.
• Front of House & Heart of House employee of the month recognition awards with £50 voucher.
• Annual Christmas party with awards; Front of House employee of the year, Heart of House employee of the year, Best Newcomer of the year (less than 12 months’ service), Team of the year, Assistant manager/HOD of the year, Manager/HOD of the year.
• Monthly tea parties to welcome new joiners, celebrate awards and training completed.
• Paid volunteering with local schools to raise awareness of how brilliant hospitality is.

In line with UK Immigration and Employment Law, only applicants eligible to live and work in the UK need apply. Proof of ID will be required in the form of a Passport, National Identity Card or Birth Certificate.

The Role...

A unique opportunity has arisen at the Headland Hotel and Spa. We are actively seeking a Head Chef to lead our amazing team in Terrace Restaurant.

The Terrace stretches around the south and west sides of The Headland with commanding views over the sand and surf. By day it’s vibrant and casual. Come in off the beach with the kids, spread out in our big chairs and treat yourself to local seafood specials, filling subs or an indulgent Cornish cream tea. When the weather’s good, eat out under wide blue skies.

Main Responsibilities:

Lots to do, but lots of fun

As the Terrace Head Chef you will be expected to;

• Lead by example with regard to service standards as required.
• Be comfortable working under an Executive Head Chef to deliver the best possible culinary experience.
• Possess an outstanding knowledge of ingredients, seasonality, techniques and cookery.
• Work with your team to prepare, cook and present food to the highest standards ensuring guest expectations are exceeded with every plate.
• Ensure that recipes are always followed accurately, controlling portion size and waste.
• Ensure supplies are correctly issued, used and accounted for to carry out stock takes and food rotation procedures.
• Maintain records relating to food production activities and supplier information.
• Ensure Health and Safety and Food Safety Standards are maintained in line with company policy.
• Set objectives with your team and be responsible for the day to day running of the kitchen.
• Regularly assess employee performance and recognise training needs and potential.
• Hold team meetings on a regular basis to communicate targets, standards required and company and client information.
• Maintain strong and effective relationships with the Terrace Restaurant Manager and their front of house team.
• Help manage heart of house service areas to include cleanliness, hygiene, stock control and wastage.
• To have the ability, confidence and capability to deal with any guest or staff concerns.
• Be responsible for coaching, training and mentoring the kitchen team.
• Work alongside the Executive Head Chef, Restaurant Manager and teams to optimise sales and develop the business.

 The Ideal Candidate:

Are you right for us?

Our appointed Head Chef will have;

• Previous Head Chef experience in an ambitious, high volume and modern restaurant.
• A strong background from within hotel or restaurant sector, preferably at a 5* luxury star standard.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing).
• Exceptional organisational skills.
• Possess a keen eye for detail.
• Have a passion and strong knowledge of gastronomy, ingredients and seasonality.
• An understanding of what it takes to create a 5 star dining experience from both front and heart of house.
• The determination to create a memorable culinary guest experience.
• A desire to create a strong and positive kitchen environment.
• Drive to work within the pressure of a high volume restaurant environment.
• Level 3 food safety and health and safety would be an advantage.

Are we right for you?

This privately owned business will expect a lot, but we’ll give a lot to get the right people and you will be supported both internally and externally by a great team who aspire to the same goals as yourself. There are four main things we look for;

1. We want someone with bags of character. We don’t want you to hide your personality when you’re at work, we want you to feel comfortable, to be who you are. We want our guests to visit not only for the destination and of course the incredible food, but for you as their host.

2. You’ve got to like being around others, smiling and chatting because you like people. You’re confident around your guests, but also confident in leading and coaching your team to do the same.

3. We need extra milers. So if you think the job description is all you have to do, then we’re not for you.

4. You have to put your heart into it. When you tell a guest or team member you’re happy to help, you have to mean it.

 Package Description:

And now for the good stuff

Hospitality is all about looking after people and we are committed to our people. We work hard to ensure you can enjoy your job and are well rewarded. As well as excellent training, development and progression opportunities, other benefits include:

For you

• Competitive salary upto £40,000 (depending on experience) plus benefits.
• Holidays increased with length of service.
• Staff dining scheme in any of our three restaurants. You’ll dine free and up to three guests can dine with you with 50% off food and beverages.
• Friends and family accommodation at 50% off best available rate per night B&B (subject to availability) here at the Headland.
• Special rate applicable when visiting other Pride of Britain Hotels (subject to availability).
• One complimentary stay with partner/friend/one family member per year, with 50% off food, non-alcoholic drinks and spa. (Applicable after completing a year’s service, subject to availability)
• 25% off all spa treatments.
• 40% off spa products.
• Access to the gym (subject to availability)
• 1 x swim session per week for the Aqua Club either before 9.30am or after 6.30pm (subject to availability).
• Discounted surf lessons with our in-house Surf Sanctuary.

• Team Surf Sanctuary session in May and June where up to 18 team members will get together to have a coasteering session or group surf lesson FOR FREE. (18 staff max, subject to availability).
• Access to mental health first-aiders and a confidential employee assistance scheme.
• Annual long service awards dinner for those with +5 years’ service.
• Front of House & Heart of House employee of the month recognition awards with £50 voucher.
• Annual Christmas party with awards; Front of House employee of the year, Heart of House employee of the year, Best Newcomer of the year (less than 12 months’ service), Team of the year, Assistant manager/HOD of the year, Manager/HOD of the year.
• Monthly tea parties to welcome new joiners, celebrate awards and training completed.
• Paid volunteering with local schools to raise awareness of how brilliant hospitality is.

In line with UK Immigration and Employment Law, only applicants eligible to live and work in the UK need apply. Proof of ID will be required in the form of a Passport, National Identity Card or Birth Certificate.