Head Chef - Bawdsey Manor

TN United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An inspiring company is seeking a Head Chef to lead a dynamic catering team, ensuring the delivery of nutritious meals while maintaining high food safety standards. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on outdoor education by providing exceptional dining experiences for young adventurers. With a focus on teamwork, safety, and inclusivity, you will oversee food production, manage staff, and contribute to the well-being of children in a vibrant outdoor setting. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enriching the lives of future generations through transformative experiences.

Benefits

Limited late nights

Most weekends off outside peak season

No work over Christmas

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef/Head Chef in a mid-to-large scale environment.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and complex dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team, organize rotas, set objectives, and identify training needs.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, allergen safety, and food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Food Hygiene Knowledge

Understanding of Food Mass Production

Education

City & Guilds 7061/2 (or equivalent)

Level 3+ in Food Safety and Allergen Management

Job description

Job Description

Job Role: Head Chef

Rate of Pay: £34,096.11 per annum (live off rate)

Hours: 45 hours per week

Location: Woodbridge

About the Role

• Use your catering skills to fuel adventure. We create extraordinary breakthroughs for children through active and life-affirming experiences in the great outdoors.
• We are part of PGL Beyond, a group of inspiring companies dedicated to delivering enriching and transformative experiences to the younger generation.

Work Abroad

Join us to make outdoor education more impactful, sustainable, and inclusive for future generations. This role involves serving tasty & nutritious meals, managing a team of chefs and catering assistants, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards, and handling financial aspects of catering operations.

Benefits

• Limited late nights, with most weekends off outside peak season
• No work over Christmas

Responsibilities

• Manage a team, organize rotas, set objectives, and identify training needs
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, allergen safety, and food safety standards
• Handle production planning, waste, and stock management

Ideal Candidate

• Experience as Sous Chef/Head Chef in a mid-to-large scale environment
• Understanding of food mass production
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of food hygiene and complex dietary requirements
• City & Guilds 7061/2 (or equivalent) and Level 3+ in Food Safety and Allergen Management

Our core values are FUN, SAFETY, QUALITY, INCLUSIVITY, TEAMWORK, and RESPECT. Blue Arrow is a Disability Confident Employer and supports great work opportunities for all.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by TN United Kingdom.