Head Chef – Hampshire – Unique Destination Venue – Daytime Hours

Taste Hospitality Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a skilled Head Chef for a unique venue in Hampshire. The role requires strong leadership abilities and a passion for high-quality cuisine. Responsibilities include overseeing kitchen operations and managing a professional brigade. This position offers a daytime schedule and opportunities for work-life balance.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-quality environment.
• Ability to lead a team and ensure ongoing training.
• Passion for maintaining exceptional standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the kitchen.
• Manage and motivate a professional brigade.
• Maintain high standards of cuisine.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

High culinary standards

Team motivation

Kitchen management

Creativity in cuisine

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong Head Chef to join the kitchen team at a unique destination venue in Hampshire that celebrates the very best of modern British dining and relaxed, quality hospitality.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and candidates must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. If you require Sponsorship please do not apply, thank you.

This is more than just a restaurant. With a vibrant all-day menu, seasonal specials, and private events that bring together enthusiasts and food lovers alike, the venue has quickly become one of the county’s most talked-about hospitality spaces.

• Daytime hours – Mon 9am – 5:30pm
• Free on-site parking

The role comes with daytime hours between Monday and Friday, with some weekend days for planned events, so you will be able to maintain a healthy work life balance.

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Head Chef with high standards and an ability to lead and instil their brigade with a shared ethos.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen
• Be managing and motivating a professional brigade, ensuring that ongoing training and development is offered to all members of the team
• Have solid man management and kitchen management skills
• Be a creative and talented Chef with exceptionally high standards who can lead their team by example and inspire them
• Have the passion and ability to maintain an exceptional standard of cuisine

If you’re a dedicated Head Chef looking for your next challenge, please apply now.

Due to the number of applicants received, unfortunately we are unable to reply individually to each. Should your application be suitable for the role, then you’ll hear from us within 48 hours, thank you.

Reference: 08239

Company Registration Number: 06694061

VAT Number: 939 6931 67

Recruitment Consultants for the Hospitality Industry. Specialising in the permanent recruitment of professionals at luxury and award-winning establishments across the UK.