Head Chef

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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