Head Chef

Job description

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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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Weymouth

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

21-03-2026

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English