Head Chef – Boutique Hotel with Restaurant (Near Bournemouth)
Location: Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, near Bournemouth, Dorset
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 5 days out of 7 (flexible rota, split service)
About Us
We are a stylish, small boutique hotel located just outside Bournemouth, renowned for warm hospitality, quality accommodation and an elegant restaurant serving seasonal, locally sourced dishes. With a focus on creativity, quality and guest experience, we are looking for a driven Head Chef to lead our kitchen to the next level.
The Role
As Head Chef you will:
- Lead all kitchen operations for both our restaurant and hotel dining service
- Create and develop innovative, seasonal menus that reflect local produce
- Oversee food preparation, presentation standards and service quality
- Manage, train and inspire a small kitchen team
- Control food costings, stock ordering and supplier relationships
- Ensure high standards of hygiene, health & safety are maintained
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience as a Head Chef in a fresh-food led restaurant or hotel environment
- Is creative, organised and passionate about food quality
- Has strong leadership and team management skills
- Can thrive in a hands-on role
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance bonus potential
- Opportunity to shape menus and kitchen culture
- Staff meals during shifts
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