Location
Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England
Industry sector
Hospitality, Catering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
20/10/2026
Closing date
17/11/2026
Head Chef
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience
Vacancy Type : Permanent, Full Time (48 hours per week)
We are looking for an experienced, motivated and hands-on Head Chef to join our busy hotel and events venue.
With a mix of hotel dining, weddings, conferences, private functions and large-scale banqueting, this is an exciting opportunity for a strong kitchen leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Working closely with our Executive Head Chef, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, leading the team, maintaining high food standards and ensuring smooth service across all food operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the day-to-day operation of a busy hotel kitchen, working alongside the Executive Head Chef.
* Lead, motivate, train and develop the kitchen team, maintaining high standards of performance and professionalism.
* Oversee food preparation and service for restaurant dining, weddings, conferences, private functions and large-scale banqueting.
* Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation and portion control across all services.
* Plan and manage kitchen rotas, staffing levels and labour costs in line with business demands.
* Take responsibility for stock control, ordering, stock rotation and minimising food waste.
* Work closely with the Executive Head Chef to manage food costs, gross profit margins and overall kitchen profitability.
* Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, HACCP, allergen management and health and safety regulations.
* Work closely with the Food & Beverage and Events teams to ensure weddings and functions are delivered smoothly and to a high standard.
* Support menu development, seasonal promotions and improvements to the overall food offering.
* Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment.
What We're Looking For
* Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to progress.
* Experience within a busy hotel, wedding venue or high-volume banqueting operation is highly desirable.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a kitchen team.
* Confident managing multiple food operations, including restaurant service and large functions.
* Good commercial awareness, including food costs, GP margins, stock management and labour control.
* Excellent knowledge of food safety, allergens and kitchen compliance.
* Organised, reliable and able to remain calm under pressure.
* A hands-on approach with a willingness to support the team wherever needed.
* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and busy event periods.
What We Offer
* £38,000 - £40,000 annual salary , depending on experience.
* Full-time, permanent position working 48 hours per week.
* Access to Stream , our employee financial wellbeing benefit, giving you greater flexibility and control over your earnings, including access to a portion of your earned wages before payday.
* A key leadership role within a busy and varied hotel operation.
* The opportunity to work alongside an experienced Executive Head Chef.
* Involvement in weddings, large-scale events and menu development.
* A supportive management team with opportunities to develop and progress.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Imperial Hospitality, please do not hesitate to apply.