The Role:

1176 Restaurant is seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen set within the historic grounds of Cardigan Castle. This is a unique opportunity to help rebuild the restaurant under new ownership. We thrive to have a creative menu that uses local produce including vegetables grown in our on-site garden.

Head Chef Role:

As a head chef, you will have full responsibility for kitchen operations. This includes menu creation, food quality, kitchen leadership, stock control and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. We are looking for someone to lead by example, inspiring the team and setting the culinary direction of the restaurant’s vision. The restaurant will be operating on a breakfast, lunch and dinner service.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and deliver seasonal menus with a strong focus on high quality and local produce
Work closely with the on-site garden team to plan and utilise seasonal vegetables
Manage and lead the kitchen team, including training, mentoring and rotas
Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency and presentation
Oversee stock ordering, supplier relationships and cost control
Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations
Collaborate with front of house and management to deliver an exceptional guest experience

What we are looking for:

Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef
Passion for seasonal cooking and working with fresh and locally sourced ingredients
Strong leadership and organisational skills
Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a busy service environment
Have a creative approach to menu development with attention to detail

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a passionate culinary professional to lead a talented team while delivering memorable dining experiences. We seek candidates committed to excellence in hospitality, innovation in cuisine, and operational efficiency.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £44,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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