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Head Chef

  • Location: Ipswich
  • Salary: £45000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Hospitality
  • Contact: Anastasiia Rozhniatovska
  • Contact Email: a.rozhniatovska@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 01603 615511
  • Job Ref: SF63226
Head Chef | Luxury Rural Venue | £45,000 Salary
Location: Suffolk
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (5 days)

We’re recruiting on behalf of a stunning, high-end hospitality venue nestled in the Suffolk countryside, seeking an experienced and creative Head Chef to lead their ambitious kitchen team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef with a flair for fresh, seasonal cooking and a passion for rustic yet refined dishes. You’ll be at the helm of a well-equipped kitchen, driving menu development and maintaining the highest standards of food and service.

What’s on Offer:
  • £45,000 salary
  • 40 hours per week over 5 days
  • Staff meals and generous discounts
  • Creative freedom with seasonal menus
  • Supportive, professional environment in a beautiful rural setting
About You:
  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready to step up
  • Skilled in leading a team and managing kitchen operations
  • Passionate about local, sustainable produce and modern British cuisine
  • Calm, organised, and focused under pressure
  • Willing to work evenings, weekends, and on a flexible rota
This is a standout opportunity to take the lead at one of Suffolk’s premier rural dining destinations.
Apply now to shape the future of this exceptional kitchen.