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Head Chef - Day time hours!

Corecruitment

England

On-site

GBP 38,000 - 45,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

A renowned establishment in East Sussex is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen and design menus with fresh, seasonal ingredients. This daytime position offers an inspiring work environment, excellent salary, and opportunities for creative input and progression.

Benefits

Bonus
Excellent Tronc Share
Supportive ownership with progression opportunities
Team development and supplier trips
Regular food innovation sessions

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef in fresh food B&I setting.
  • Ability to inspire, train, and manage a brigade.
  • Strong focus on seasonal produce and modern British cuisine.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the kitchen and create seasonal menus using fresh ingredients.
  • Manage stock, control costs, and ensure exceptional food delivery.
  • Occasional evening events with time off given in lieu.

Skills

Leadership
Creativity
Menu Development
Passion for Seasonal Produce

Job description

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Head Chef - Day time hours!, East Sussex

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Client:

Corecruitment

Location:

East Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

We’re hiring a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a beautiful house within a trusted estate in the South-East of England. This is a rare chance to work in an inspiring setting that includes a café, restaurant, and intimate event spaces.

This role is mainly daytime, finishing by 6 PM or earlier, with occasional evening events where time off will be given in lieu. The Head Chef will create menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients from local suppliers and even from the estate’s own grounds. The key responsibilities include menu planning, managing stock, controlling costs, and delivering exceptional food for their guests!

Head Chef requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef fresh food B&I setting or like this.
  • Strong leadership qualities with the ability to inspire, train, and manage a brigade.
  • Passion for seasonal produce, modern British cuisine, and creative menu development.
  • Up to £45,000 + Bonus + Excellent Tronc Share
  • Finish by 6pm! Day time position with the occasional evening!
  • 45-Hour contract and minimal split shifts
  • Creative control and input into seasonal menus
  • Supportive ownership and clear progression opportunities
  • Team development, supplier trips, and regular food innovation sessions
  • Opportunity to shape the future of a renowned local favourite.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com - yasmincorecruitment

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