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Head Chef

Job Posted: 12 hours ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 37,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Romsey, Hampshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Head Chef - £35,000 per annum with excellent work life balance
 Enjoy shorter shifts, extended time off and a relaxed environment near Salisbury

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Head Chef to join a luxury holiday park near Salisbury. This role offers a genuine lifestyle opportunity, with most shifts starting around 1pm, quieter off-peak periods and an annualised contract that gives you significant time off during December and January.

This position would suit a committed Chef looking to step away from the pressures of a high-volume city kitchen while still leading a quality food operation. Conveniently located within reach of Southampton, this is an excellent chance to enjoy a better work-life balance in a scenic setting near Salisbury.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

Excellent work life balance with mainly afternoon starts
Annualised 35-hour contract
Extended time off during quieter winter months
Usually Wednesdays and Sundays off, with flexibility available
Opportunity to lead a supportive kitchen team in a relaxed holiday park environment
Opportunity to bring creativity to menu development
Beautiful countryside setting near Salisbury
Free parking available due to rural location 

Key Responsibilities:

As Head Chef, you'll oversee the day-to-day kitchen operation while ensuring consistently high standards.

Lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver quality dishes
Develop menus with a balance of creativity, customer appeal and cost control
Manage stock ordering and minimise wastage
Maintain food hygiene and safety standards at all times
Train and mentor junior kitchen team members
Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure excellent guest experiences
Support the wider park operation during busy periods 

What we're looking for:

The ideal Head Chef will be looking for a more balanced and relaxed pace of life while still taking pride in delivering quality food.

Previous experience leading a kitchen team
Strong organisational and stock management skills
Passion for fresh food and consistent standards
A calm and positive leadership style
Someone comfortable working peak seasonal periods with quieter off-peak months
Due to the rural location near Salisbury, a driving licence and access to transport is essential 

If you're looking for your next step as a Head Chef in Salisbury, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more about this fantastic opportunity.

Job Number │ (phone number removed) / INDSOTONCHEF
 Location │ Salisbury
 Role │ Head Chef

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