Head Chef

Scenic Hotel Group • Marlborough, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Scenic Hotel Marlborough is looking for a hands-on Head Chef to take charge of their kitchen. The ideal candidate will have a couple of years of experience running a kitchen, managing costs, and maintaining high quality. Responsibilities include planning and prepping, managing the team, overseeing food safety, and ensuring every plate is perfect.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years experience in a senior kitchen role preferred.
• A NZ Certificate (Level 4, or higher qualification) in Cookery.
• A current Food Handling Certificate
• A current First Aid certificate
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and in writing)

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food prep and kitchen operations for hotel outlets
• Manage ordering, food costs, and labour within budget
• Lead and support a skilled kitchen team
• Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards
• Ensure top-quality food presentation and consistency
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager on planning and service
• Handle staff training, rostering, and team supervision

Benefits

• Ongoing training to elevate our service quality
• Commitment to Sustainability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree