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Head Chef

Salary: circa £55,000 + TRONC + overtime

Location: Poole, Dorset (live-in accommodation available)

We are seeking a talented and ambitious Head Chef to lead a highly regarded kitchen with a loyal following and exciting growth plans. This is a rare opportunity to shape the next chapter of an already well-established operation with the clear ambition of gaining national recognition through industry awards.

What’s on offer:

* Competitive base salary

* Share of TRONC distribution

* Additional earning potential through overtime and meeting pre agreed targets

* Creative freedom to develop menus with a strong focus on seasonality, provenance, and innovation

* Opportunity to design and deliver new dining experiences and bespoke events

* Clear career growth potential, with scope to progress to Executive Chef as the business expands

* Live-in accommodation available if required

Key focuses of the role:

* Driving efficiency in the kitchen while upholding uncompromising standards

* Building solid food costings and GP margin systems from the ground up

* Leading menu development to delight existing guests while drawing in new audiences

* Creating a positive, professional, and supportive kitchen culture with staff wellbeing and retention at its heart

* Introducing modern processes to streamline and strengthen operations

Who we’re looking for:

* An experienced Head Chef with a background in AA Rosette and/or Michelin-standard kitchens

* Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage costings and margins effectively

* Inspirational leadership and a proven track record of building motivated, cohesive teams

* A passion for seasonality, provenance, and progressive modern British/European cuisine

* Creative vision to deliver new experiences while respecting an established reputation

This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven chef to make their mark, with the full support and ambition to achieve industry recognition at the very highest level