Experienced Head Chef | Halifax & West Yorkshire
With over 28 years of professional culinary experience, this accomplished Head Chef has built a reputation for delivering exceptional food, leading high-performing kitchen teams, and driving operational excellence across a wide range of hospitality venues. Based near Halifax, they are now seeking a Head Chef role within a premium hotel, gastropub, or high-end restaurant, where they can bring creativity, leadership, and a passion for locally sourced, seasonal produce to the forefront.
Known for innovative menu design, precise kitchen management, and a hands-on approach to mentoring junior chefs, this candidate thrives in fast-paced environments while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance. Their background spans a diverse range of catering settings, including fine dining, large-scale events, wedding catering, farm shop dining, and high-volume gastropubs, demonstrating versatility and a deep understanding of the modern hospitality landscape.
Salary Expectation: £42,500+ per annum
Seeking opportunities in Halifax and surrounding areas, including Huddersfield, Holmfirth, Skipton, and North Yorkshire.
Key Skills & Expertise:
• Head Chef & Executive Chef leadership
• Menu development & recipe innovation
• Cost control, GP management & stock control
• Food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance
• Team leadership, mentoring & staff development
• Seasonal, locally sourced ingredients
• Fine dining, wedding catering & outdoor events
Career Highlights:
• Successfully led kitchens at established venues across West Yorkshire and beyond, consistently delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Developed and launched creative, profitable menus that showcase fresh, seasonal produce.
• Oversaw high-volume operations, including weddings, corporate events, and destination dining experiences.
• Proven ability to transform kitchen performance, streamline operations, and improve profitability.
Holding NVQ Level 1 & 2 qualifications in Catering & Hospitality, this chef combines formal training with decades of hands-on expertise. They are passionate about delivering culinary excellence, inspiring their team, and contributing to the success of a high-quality venue.
Now ready for the next step, this Head Chef is seeking a long-term role where they can bring their experience, creativity, and leadership to a forward-thinking hospitality business.
For more information about this candidate get in touch with Dave@perfect-recruitment.co.uk or call the office on 01257264264
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