Head Chef

-; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd is recruiting for a Head Chef in Salisbury to lead the kitchen of a luxury holiday park, balancing busy peak seasons with extended winter downtime. The role operates on an annualised 35-hour contract with an attractive work-life balance and opportunity to influence menus and service.

The successful candidate will oversee kitchen operations, develop menus, and uphold high standards of food quality and hygiene during a thriving summer period.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior kitchen role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Creative approach to menus and food development.
• Commitment to high food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the kitchen team.
• Create and develop menus suited to the operation.
• Maintain consistently high food and hygiene standards.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organised and running efficiently.
• Manage the demands of a busy summer trading period.
• Identify ways to improve the kitchen and overall food offering.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Menu development

Job description

Head Chef - Salisbury | Up to £37,000 + Excellent Work-Life Balance

Annualised 35-hour contract - Extended winter time off - No early starts

Are you an experienced Head Chef looking for a role that offers a great balance between busy peak seasons and well-earned downtime? This is an exciting opportunity to lead the kitchen of a luxury holiday park in Salisbury, with a restaurant that comes alive during the summer months.

With an annualised 35-hour contract and extended time off during the quieter winter period, this role offers something different from the usual hospitality schedule. You'll be joining a team where your ideas, hard work and commitment can make a real difference.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

• Up to £37,000 per annum
• Annualised 35-hour contract
• Extended time off during quieter winter months
• Usually Wednesday and Sunday off
• No early starts
• Free parking
• Opportunity to make your mark on a growing food operation

Key Responsibilities

As Head Chef, you'll take ownership of the kitchen and play a key role in preparing the operation for its busiest periods.

• Lead, motivate and support the kitchen team
• Create and develop menus suited to the operation
• Maintain consistently high food and hygiene standards
• Keep the kitchen clean, organised and running efficiently
• Manage the demands of a busy summer trading period
• Identify ways to improve the kitchen and overall food offering

What we're looking for

The ideal Chef will be someone who enjoys being hands-on, takes pride in their work and wants to become a valued part of the team.

• Previous experience in a senior kitchen role
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Someone who is loyal and committed to the long term
• Comfortable working hard during peak trading periods
• A creative approach to menus and food development
• Someone who is always looking for ways to improve
• Ideally available to start in January, ready for preparation ahead of the busy season

If you're looking for your next step as a Head Chef in Salisbury, with a strong work-life balance and the chance to make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Number: LRSAL / INDSOTONCHEF

Location: Salisbury

Role: Head Chef