Area Chef - South-West

COREcruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment is seeking a dynamic Area Chef to oversee kitchen operations across multiple bars and restaurants in the South-West of England. The role emphasizes food quality and creativity while providing robust leadership in a fast-paced hospitality environment. Competitive salary and various perks, including travel expenses and team events, make this an exciting opportunity in a well-established group.

Benefits

Up to £55,000 salary + Bonus

All expenses covered, including petrol and travel costs

Full creative input across food offer

Career development opportunities

28+ days holiday

Supplier trips and team events

Qualifications

• Proven success as a Head Chef or Area Chef in multi-site fresh-food settings.
• Experience in premium casual dining or modern British kitchens.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen teams across 10 venues, ensuring food quality and performance.
• Use 100% fresh, seasonal ingredients in food preparation.
• Support Head Chefs and kitchen teams within the region.

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 benefits:

• Up to £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

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.

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