Area Chef - South-West

COREcruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic hospitality group as an Area Chef, leading kitchen teams across multiple venues in the South-West. This hands-on role focuses on food quality and team development, offering a competitive salary and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Up to £55,000 salary + Bonus

All expenses covered, including petrol and travel costs

28+ days holiday

Supplier trips and team events

Qualifications

• Proven success as a Head Chef or Area Chef in a multi-site fresh-food environment.
• Strong background in high-volume service, ideally in premium casual dining.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support kitchen teams across up to 10 venues.
• Maintain food quality and drive kitchen performance.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

High-Volume Service

Job description

We're recruiting an Area Chef to lead and support the kitchen teams across a collection of stunning bars and restaurants in the South-West of England. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a creative, fast-paced business in a key leadership role with a well-established and dynamic hospitality group.

Covering up to 10 vibrant venues in the South-West , the Area Chef will be instrumental in maintaining food quality, driving kitchen performance, and supporting Head Chefs and kitchen teams across the region. This is a hands-on, people-focused role. The Area Chef will be working with 100% fresh, seasonal ingredients and a business that champions sustainability, innovation, and integrity in the South-West!

Area Chef requirements:

* Proven success as a Head Chef or Area Chef within a multi-site fresh-food environment.
* Strong background in high-volume service, ideally within premium casual dining or modern British kitchens.
* Ability to lead, support, and develop multiple teams across different sites.
* Full UK driving license.

Area Chef benefits:

* Up to A£55,000 salary + Bonus
* All expenses covered, including petrol and travel costs
* Full creative input across a quality-driven food offer
* Career development with one of the UK's most exciting hospitality groups
* 28+ days holiday
* Supplier trips, team events, and a forward-thinking, collaborative environment

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot #