Head Chef

Cerberus UK Group; Forest Row; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private members’ golf club in the heart of the Ashdown Forest is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead kitchen operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to create high-quality dishes in a prestigious setting, with potential for permanent employment based on performance. Responsibilities include managing kitchen staff, designing menus, and ensuring exceptional food quality. Ideal candidates will have a passion for British cuisine and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Immediate ad hoc work with consistent opportunities

Supportive and professional working environment

Potential for a permanent contract

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Passion for fresh, high-quality ingredients and traditional British cuisine.
• Ability to work independently and manage a small kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a small kitchen team.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene.
• Design and deliver seasonal menus tailored to members’ expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Creativity

Job description

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Head Chef -

Ad Hoc to Start | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Competitive Day Rates | Immediate Start

Are you a talented and passionate Head Chef looking for a unique opportunity in a stunning countryside setting? Our client is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, with the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

About The Venue

Set in the heart of the Ashdown Forest, this prestigious private members’ golf club is renowned not only for its championship courses, but also for its warm hospitality and high-quality food offering. The kitchen supports a variety of service styles, including day-to-day member dining, private events, golf days, and seasonal functions.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will:

• Lead and inspire a small kitchen team
• Maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene
• Oversee all aspects of kitchen management, stock control, and ordering
• Design and deliver seasonal menus tailored to members’ expectations and event needs
• Ensure smooth operation during both service and functions
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to step up
• Passion for fresh, high-quality ingredients and traditional British cuisine
• Ability to work independently and manage all aspects of a small kitchen
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Flexibility to work ad hoc shifts initially (with reasonable notice)
• Desire to become part of a long-term team, with permanent employment available for the right person
  
  

What We Offer

• Immediate ad hoc work with consistent opportunities
• Competitive day rates (paid weekly via agency)
• Supportive and professional working environment
• A potential permanent contract based on performance and fit
• Beautiful, well-equipped kitchen in a peaceful location
  
  

The opportunity is there for the right person to become a perm head chef at site

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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