Head Chef - Country House Hotel - Hampshire
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | New Forest, Hampshire |
| Area | Hampshire, England |
| Sector | ChefsExecutive ChefHead Chef |
| Salary | £50000 - £60000 per annum + plus additional benefits |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | HP-11178_1769686679 |
| Employer | Hotel |
- Description
Head Chef
Food-Led Country House Hotel - Hampshire
Up to £50,000 + Tronc + Bonus
We are recruiting a Head Chef for a well-known, food-focused country house hotel in Hampshire. This is a flagship operation within a respected hospitality group and a rare opportunity to lead a large, passionate brigade in a consistently busy environment.
The kitchen serves seasonal British food at volume, with menus changing daily and a strong farm-to-fork ethos supported by an on-site kitchen garden and local suppliers. The role oversees multiple food offerings, including a high-volume restaurant and seasonal outdoor operation.
Package Includes:
- Up to £50,000 + Tronc & Bonus
- Staff stays and generous discounts across the group
- Meals on duty, parking and increasing holiday allowance
- Excellent training, wellbeing support and long-term progression
The Role:
- Lead and develop a brigade of 20+ chefs
- Deliver simple, seasonal British menus at a high standard
- Maintain strong control of food costs, GP and compliance
- Play an active role in chef development and apprenticeships
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experienced Head Chef from a quality, high-volume operation
- Strong leader with a hands-on approach
- Passionate about seasonality, sustainability and team development
