Head Chef – Coastal Dorset Hotel: Lead Seasonal Kitchen

Taste Hospitality Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company discounts

Free on-site parking

Excellent training and development

Progression within the business

Job summary

Taste Hospitality Recruitment Limited is seeking a Head Chef for a stunning coastal hotel in Dorset. You will lead the kitchen brigade, oversee food preparation, and ensure exceptional quality and presentation of modern British dishes using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

Open to a talented Sous Chef stepping into their first Head Chef role, the post offers real scope for progression in a respected property, with training, development and a strong emphasis on team leadership and fresh

Qualifications

• Strong fresh food background within quality hotels, restaurants, or gastro pubs.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen brigade on a daily basis
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation and service
• Develop seasonal menus showcasing high‑quality local produce
• Maintain exceptional food quality and presentation standards
• Manage stock control, ordering, and food cost targets
• Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs
• Ensure all food hygiene and health and safety procedures are followed
• Drive consistency, efficiency, and creativity throughout the kitchen

Skills

Leadership

Fresh food background

Organisational skills

Job description

Taste Hospitality Recruitment Limited is seeking a Head Chef for a stunning coastal hotel in Dorset. You will lead the kitchen brigade, oversee food preparation, and ensure exceptional quality and presentation of modern British dishes using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

Open to a talented Sous Chef stepping into their first Head Chef role, the post offers real scope for progression in a respected property, with training, development and a strong emphasis on team leadership and fresh