Chef

inploi; England; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading holiday park company located near the Lake District is seeking a full-time Chef. You will prepare and cook high-quality meals while collaborating in a vibrant kitchen. If you have experience in a similar Chef role and share a passion for food, we want you on our team. The position offers inclusive perks and supports career development with comprehensive training.

Benefits

Up to 50% off on-park dining

20% discounts on Haven Holidays

Free access to facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Chef role like Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, or Sous Chef.
• Understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals to specification.
• Collaborate with a supportive kitchen team.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.

Skills

Cooking methods

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Join our team at Lakeland Holiday Park located near the iconic Lake District in Cumbria with its glorious scenery – from vast lakes to the highest mountains in England.

Moor Lane, Flookburgh, Cumbria LA11 7LT GBR

Position: Chef  | Type: Full-Time / Permanent  | Pay Rates: £13.21 per hour
On-site accommodation, subject to availability and T&Cs

At Haven, we love cooking — and we know you do too. If you're passionate about preparing quality food that people remember, in a vibrant and supportive kitchen, we’d love to have you on board.

As a Chef at Haven, you’ll play a key role in delivering memorable dining experiences for our guests. Working from our flexible all-day menu, you'll serve high-quality dishes that are full of flavour, prepared with care, and presented to a high standard. Your food will help make every guest’s stay that bit more special.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals to specification
• Collaborate with a supportive kitchen team
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment
• Monitor food stock and place orders as needed
• Adhere to food safety and health & safety standards
• Support smooth kitchen operations to ensure consistent service

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Chef role (e.g. Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, or Sous Chef)
• Understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
• Enthusiastic team player with a love for food and attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in a busy kitchen environment
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

• An inclusive, supportive work environment
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support
• Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications
• Exclusive perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!

How to Apply

We’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

To get started, click apply now and answer a few quick questions, which should take 5 minutes. Once submitted, a member of our team will be in touch.

For support or adjustments during the application, contact us at: [e-mail]