Head Chef

Head Chef Coastal Location (Off the Coast of England, Relocation Opportunity)
£75,000 - £80,000 per annum
9.5-month contract (paid over 12 months)

Smyth & Co are thrilled to be recruiting for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a stunning coastal venue located just off the coast of England. This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished Head Chef with a passion for seafood to take charge of a high-performing kitchen and craft an exceptional culinary experience in a vibrant, seasonal setting.

• Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum (inclusive of guaranteed tronc, negotiable based on experience)
  
  

• Contract: 9.5 months of service (February to December), with full pay spread over 12 months
  
  

• Time Off: 2.5 months of paid leave over the Christmas period (no work requiredjust the occasional text)
  
  

• Accommodation: First 3 months provided to support relocation
  
  

• March to June: Approx. 250 covers per day
  
  

• June to September: 500600 covers daily, 7 days a week during peak season
  
  

• Shifts: 45 double shifts weekly during busy periods, with 23 days off
  
  

• Downtime: Extended paid leave over Christmas ensures a strong work-life balance
  
  

• Report directly to the Executive Chef
  
  

• Manage a brigade of 4050, including 23 Sous Chefs and 10 Prep Chefs
  
  

• Lead seafood-focused menu development and daily kitchen operations
  
  

• Maintain exceptional standards in a high-volume, high-quality environment
  
  

• Demonstrated success as a Head Chef in fast-paced, high-volume settings
  
  

• Expertise in seafood cuisine is essential
  
  

• Strong leadership and team management skills
  
  

• Willingness to relocate to a beautiful coastal location off the coast of England
  
  

This is your chance to embrace a coastal lifestyle while leading one of the UKs most exciting kitchens. If youre ready to take on this incredible challenge, wed love to hear from you.

Apply now with Smyth & Co to find out more!