Head Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading country venue in Shaftesbury seeks a passionate Head Chef to lead their culinary team and create exquisite dining experiences. The role offers full menu autonomy and collaboration with the site owner, aiming to develop a vibrant destination in North Dorset using fresh local produce. Ideal for a hands-on chef eager to enhance their career in a picturesque setting.

Benefits

Full menu autonomy

Live-in accommodation included

Creative leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a dedicated Head Chef role.
• Passion for seasonal produce and foraging.
• Strong leadership and hands-on service capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Curate and lead a talented kitchen team.
• Ensure top-tier culinary operation.
• Plan event menus and manage kitchen service.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Event Menu Planning

Job description

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Role: Head Chef
Location: Shaftesbury

Salary / Rate of pay: £45,000



Join a newly renovated country venue! Platinum Recruitment is looking for a dedicated Head Chef to curate and lead a talented kitchen team. Seasonal Foraging and Game is at the heart of this kitchen to showcase the best the local area has to offer.



What’s in it for you?

* Full menu autonomy and creative leadership
* Close development with site owner to build a reputable destination spot.
* Live-in accommodation available (included in Salary)



Why choose our Client?

Join a client passionate about creating a vibrant countryside destination in North Dorset. This unique venue will feature fresh local produce, Foraging and Seasonal Game, with a creative kitchen aiming for excellence. We need a dedicated and hands-on Head Chef to take ownership, ensuring a seamless and top-tier culinary operation.

What’s involved?

This picturesque venue features 10 boutique rooms, a popular pub, and a thriving wedding venue, accommodating just under 100 covers inside. We're looking for a Chef who enjoys hands-on service and excels at planning event menus. This would be a fantastic challange for any Chef who is passionate about Hospitality.

Sound like the role for you?
Then we would love to hear from you!
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Consultant: Amy Hayes

Job Number: 921525 INDCHEF

Job Role: Head Chef

Location: Shaftsbury

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.