Head Chef

Head Chef – Luxury Retreat

Location: Bath

Salary: up to 40K+ Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a unique and forward-thinking destination based in the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath. This innovative organisation is at the forefront of health and wellbeing, delivering transformative programmes that combine nutrition, personalised support, and a strong sense of community.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the culinary vision of this exceptional estate.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a nutrition-led food offering within a luxury wellness environment. As Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating and delivering a high-quality dining experience centred around health, nutrition, and seasonal foods.

You will lead all kitchen operations while developing menus that support energy, balance, recovery, and overall wellbeing — without compromising on flavour, creativity, or presentation.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership

Oversee all kitchen operations including breakfast, lunch, supper and retreat programmes

Design and deliver innovative, nutrient-dense menus using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients

Ensure all dishes align with a wellness-focused food philosophy

Maintain exceptional standards of taste, presentation, and consistency

Menu Development & Nutrition

Collaborate with nutritionists and wellness professionals to create functional menus

Develop and implement seasonal menu rotations

Stay informed on trends in functional nutrition, metabolic health, and sustainable food systems

Kitchen Management

Lead, train, and develop the kitchen team

Manage rotas, recruitment, and performance

Control food costs, reduce waste, and oversee stock management

Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards

Guest Experience

Engage with guests around menu concepts and dietary needs

Support workshops, events, and wellness retreats

Deliver a personalised, high-end hospitality experience

About You

Proven experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Senior Sous Chef within luxury hospitality, boutique hotels, wellness retreats, or health-focused restaurants

Strong understanding of nutrition-led cooking and specialist dietary requirements

Excellent leadership and organisational skills

Experience with menu costing and kitchen financials

Food Safety/Hygiene certification

Desirable:

Background in functional nutrition or wellness cuisine

Experience working alongside nutritionists or wellness practitioners

Passion for sustainability and ethical sourcing

Personal Attributes

Creative with strong attention to detail

Calm and composed under pressure

Passionate about health, food, and guest experience

Strong communicator and team leader

Positive, adaptable, and solutions-focused

What’s on Offer

30 days annual leave (pro rata)

Access to gym, pools, tennis courts, and wellness programmes

Discounted treatments and therapies

Free parking and on-site facilities

Long service recognition

Please note: This is a no-smoking and no-alcohol environment.

Apply Now

If you are a forward-thinking Head Chef with a passion for wellness and nutrition-led cuisine, we would love to hear from you.

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