Head Chef

About the Role We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Head Chef to join our friendly, family-run farm park business. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys cooking hearty, home-cooked food in a lively, child-friendly environment. Our cafe serves a classic, crowd-pleasing menu for both children and adults alike and we also host seasonal events and themed days, offering the opportunity to introduce fun and creative twists to the menu. Key Responsibilities As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, including: Overseeing all kitchen operations and food preparation Managing, training and motivating kitchen staff Ensuring consistently high standards of food quality and presentation Menu development, including seasonal and event-based offerings Stock control, ordering and minimising waste Ensuring full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety and due diligence requirements Maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised kitchen Managing kitchen schedules to meet seasonal demand About You We’re looking for someone who: Has proven experience as a Head Chef or is a Sous Chef looking for the next step up Is confident managing a team and leading by example Has a passion for fresh, home-cooked food Is organised, reliable and able to work well under pressure Understands food safety regulations and kitchen compliance Enjoys working in a family-focused, fast-paced environment Why Join Us? A rewarding role within a well-established, supportive, family-run business A varied working year with seasonal changes and creative opportunities The chance to make a real impact on the visitor experience Daytime focussed hours meaning great work/life balance (Winter Hours: Fri–Sun only / Summer & school holiday Hours: 5 days over 7) Pay of circa, £15 per hour dependant on experience If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where your food brings smiles to both children and adults, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please send your cv to: [email protected]