Location: Winchester
Hours: Primarily Daytime Hours (Evenings for Events)
Pay: £45-47.5K Per Annum
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and motivated Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a unique and vibrant venue in Winchester.
Set in a picturesque location, this unique site offers a relaxed daytime restaurant service alongside a varied events calendar, including private functions, business meetings, and community events.
This is a fantastic role for a hands-on Head Chef who thrives in a fresh-food environment and is looking to take ownership of a kitchen, shape menus, and build a positive team culture.
What’s in It for You
- Competitive Salary
- Predominantly daytime working hours (when no events on) and so offers a great work/life balance.
- Opportunity to shape menus and kitchen culture
- Work within a unique and growing business
- Free on-site parking
- Variety through event catering
As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the kitchen operation, leading a small team and delivering high-quality food across both daytime restaurant service and events.
Key Responsibilities
- Kitchen Leadership & Operations
- Menu Development
- Food Quality & Preparation
- Events Catering
- Team & Culture
- Financial & Compliance
About You
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fresh food environment
- Background in both fresh food, cook to order restaurant service and event catering
- Hands-on leadership style with experience managing small teams
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Knowledge of dietary requirements and allergens
- Level 3 Food Safety
- Passionate about fresh, high-quality food
- Creative with a flair for menu development
- Calm under pressure and highly adaptable
- Team-focused with strong communication skills
- Due to the rural location, own transport is essential (no public transport access)
- Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK
If you're a passionate chef ready to step into a leadership role and make your mark in a dynamic and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you.