Chefs All Levels

Peligoni Club; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury beach club in Greece is seeking talented chefs at all levels for the Summer 2026 season. Roles include Head Chef, Sous Chef, and Chef de Partie, with responsibilities such as leading kitchen operations, supporting staff, and delivering exceptional dishes. Ideal candidates will have proven experience, a passion for Mediterranean flavors, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. The position offers competitive salary, meals, accommodation, and travel to Greece.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Gratuities

Meals

Accommodation

Travel to/from Greece

Use of club facilities, including watersports and gym

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a professional kitchen.
• Passion for great food and seasonal Mediterranean flavours.
• Calm, organised and efficient under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead one of our restaurants as Head Chef, manage teams and drive menus.
• Support kitchen leadership as Sous Chef and mentor junior chefs.
• Take ownership of your section and deliver quality dishes as Chef de Partie.

Skills

Proven experience in a professional kitchen

Passion for great food and seasonal Mediterranean flavours

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Calm, organised and efficient under pressure

Job description

Chefs All Levels - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026

Head Chef | Sous Chef | Chef de Partie
Zakynthos, Greece | May – October 2026 | Seasonal Contract

Cook all summer in one of Greece’s most beautiful locations.

The Peligoni Club is a family‑run members’ club on the island of Zakynthos, home to four distinctive restaurants, pop‑ups, feasts, weddings and guest chef events. We’re now recruiting talented chefs at all levels to join our energetic kitchen brigade for Summer 2026.

Whether you’re leading a kitchen or running your own section, this is a fast‑paced, creative role in a truly unique setting.

The Roles

We’re hiring:

• Head Chefs – Lead one of our restaurants, drive menus, manage teams and deliver standout food all season.
• Sous Chefs – Support kitchen leadership, mentor junior chefs and keep service sharp and consistent.
• Chef de Parties – Take ownership of your section, deliver quality dishes and thrive in busy service.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a professional kitchen
• Passion for great food and seasonal Mediterranean flavours
• Calm, organised and efficient under pressure
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Available for the full season (May–October 2026)
• EU passport required

Why Join Peligoni?

• Competitive Salary, Gratuities, Meals, Accommodation and Travel to/from Greece.
• Use of club facilities, including watersports, gym and fitness classes
• Cook in a stunning Mediterranean setting
• Be part of a close‑knitted, professional kitchen team
• Collaborate with guest chefs and deliver unforgettable experiences