Head Chef

Las Iguanas; Warminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Iguanas invites dynamic individuals to join as a Head Chef, leading a passionate team in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role offers flexibility, career growth, and numerous perks, ensuring a memorable dining experience for guests. Join a recognized leader in hospitality and make a difference in the kitchen today!

Benefits

50% off food and drink

Free day passes for exploring

Free spa bookings

Discounted lodge breaks

Free meals on shift

Early wage access

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Strong communicator passionate about food.
• Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the guest experience ensuring dishes are cooked to perfection.
• Maintain cleanliness and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Analyze profit & loss accounts to drive efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Hospitality Team Member Level 2

Job description

Join Our Team as a Head Chef at Las Iguanas

Are you a dynamic and enthusiastic individual looking for an exciting opportunity in the hospitality industry? Look no further! At Iguanas, we’re all about creating memorable experiences, vibrant energy, and a sense of discovery. As a Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work 2024’, our South American-inspired restaurants are where passion meets flavour, and our team is the beating heart of our establishment.

Why Join Las Iguanas at Center Parcs?

• We believe that happy teams create the best experiences, so we offer:
• A Place for Everyone – We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if you bring passion and energy, there’s a seat at our bar for you!
• Flexible Working – We offer negotiable contracts that fit your lifestyle, so you can balance work and life effortlessly.
• Amazing Discounts – Enjoy 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
• Exclusive Center Parcs Benefits – Free day passes for exploring, free spa bookings, discounts on treatments, free parking, discounted lodge breaks, and gym memberships.
• Wellbeing & Support – Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, and more.
• Career Growth – Fully funded apprenticeships and development opportunities like Hospitality Team Member Level 2.
• Perks & Rewards – Free meals on shift, early wage access, gym discounts, and savings on theme parks and shopping.

What You’ll Do as a Head Chef

• Work closely with the management team to achieve restaurant goals.
• Lead the guest experience by ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene.
• Create a fun, motivating team environment, focusing on developing and nurturing talent.
• Be commercially minded—analyzing profit & loss accounts to make strong financial decisions and drive efficiency.

Who We’re Looking For

At Las Iguanas, we look for leaders who are strong communicators, passionate about food, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you’re committed to developing people and creating memorable dining experiences, we want to hear from you. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know—we’re happy to help.

Join the Las Iguanas family today and work somewhere amazing! Recognized in the Top 100 of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, we invite you to bring your leadership to our kitchen.

Apply now and become a key part of our team!