COMPANY OVERVIEW

The Wilding Hotel is a recently refurbished, family run hotel in the Eden Valley, Cumbria. Owned by The Harker Family, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences, whether they are enjoying a relaxing stay, dining with us, or enjoying a casual drink in our bar. This 17 bedroom boutique hotel has a public bar, lounge, restaurant and function room. The family also run Eden Wedding Barn, located 5 miles away from the hotel, winner of Cumbria Tourism Awards Wedding Venue of the Year 2025. The hotel’s main clientele are wedding guests staying overnight.
We are seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef with at least 3 years of experience to lead our kitchen team and help us deliver outstanding dining experiences for our guests.

SUMMARY

We are looking for a Head Chef with strong management skills and creative flare, who is passionate about food and has a positive mindset. In this role, you will be cooking classic favourites with a twist and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of food production and culinary excellence, ensuring that our guests receive exceptional dining experiences.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role within the hospitality industry.
• Proven loyalty in a previous role.
• Ability to work to food budgets.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for food production and presentation.
• Excellent leadership abilities to manage and inspire a kitchen team.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality.
  If you are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences and leading a talented team, we invite you to apply for the Head Chef position at The Wilding today!
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: Up to £38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Work Location: In perso

• Lead the kitchen team in food preparation and production
• Develop and design menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene are maintained at all times.
• Manage inventory, ordering supplies, and controlling food costs effectively.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to enhance their culinary skills and teamwork.
• Collaborate with front of house coordinators to ensure seamless service during events.