Head Chef – £55,000 plus tronc & bonus | Luxury New Forest hotel
We’re recruiting an exceptional Head Chef for a luxury, niche hotel based in Brockenhurst, set in the heart of the New Forest. This is a rare opportunity to lead a flagship kitchen where seasonality, sustainability and provenance are at the centre of everything you do. As Head Chef, you’ll have genuine autonomy to shape menus, influence the wider food offering and be fully supported by gardeners, farmers and local producers.
Why apply / What’s in it for you?
You’ll earn £55,000 plus tronc and a structured bonus
You’ll work 45 hours per week over 7 days in a well-supported kitchen
You’ll have full creative control over menus and dishes
You’ll enjoy free staff stays across the group
You’ll receive discounts on food, beverage and treatments
You’ll benefit from free parking and meals on duty
You’ll see your annual holiday allowance increase with service
You’ll have access to cost-price goods and exceptional produce
You’ll lead a high-profile, flagship site with strong food revenue
Key responsibilities
As part of this senior leadership role, you will:
Lead the kitchen operation as Head Chef, setting standards and direction
Work closely with kitchen gardeners to influence seasonal menu development
Champion relationships with local farmers and small producers
Deliver consistently high-end, fresh food with strong attention to detail
Oversee the food offering at a small deli operation in Southampton
Develop, motivate and retain a productive and passionate kitchen team
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who brings quality, credibility and passion:
Proven experience as a Head Chef within a hotel, rosette or high-end setting
A strong background in fully fresh food – no large brands or bought-in products
Experience working in some of Hampshire or Dorset’s best kitchens
A hands-on, produce-led Chef with a natural leadership style
Passion for seasonality, foraging and sustainable cooking
If you’re ready to take your next step as a Head Chef in Brockenhurst, leading a truly unique kitchen with full creative freedom, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take ownership of a standout culinary operation in Brockenhurst.
Job Number │ 934832 / INDSOTONCHEF
Location │ Brockenhurst
Role │ Head Chef
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
