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Head chef

  • Location: Norfolk
  • Salary: £38000 - £43000 per annum, Benefits: stunning property, Wednesday to Sunday trading, great tips
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Hospitality
  • Contact: Jonathan Taylor
  • Contact Email: j.taylor@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 03301 743817
  • Job Ref: SF63382
Head Chef - Boutique Hotel, Near Norwich
Step into a Head Chef position where culinary creativity meets exceptional standards, offering you complete menu autonomy to showcase your passion for fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. My client provides the perfect platform for an ambitious chef to elevate their career whilst working with AA Rosette level cuisine in a distinguished boutique hotel setting. This Head Chef opportunity delivers the rare combination of creative freedom and quality focus that serious culinary professionals seek, with Wednesday to Sunday trading allowing you to maintain an enviable work-life balance whilst leading a kitchen dedicated to culinary excellence.

This Head Chef role presents the ideal opportunity for a talented chef ready to take full ownership of menu development and kitchen operations. You'll have the freedom to create innovative dishes using the finest local ingredients, working exclusively with fresh produce to deliver the exceptional standards expected at AA Rosette level.

The position suits a chef who thrives on creativity and quality, someone who appreciates the artistry of working with seasonal, local suppliers and understands how to transform premium ingredients into memorable dining experiences. Your expertise in fresh food preparation and menu planning will be perfectly utilised in this Head Chef position, where your culinary vision will directly shape the guest experience.

What this Head Chef opportunity offers:
  • Competitive salary up to £43,000
  • Wednesday to Sunday trading schedule
  • Complete menu autonomy with fresh, local ingredients
  • AA Rosette standard culinary environment
My client operates a boutique hotel renowned for its commitment to culinary excellence and quality hospitality. The team values creativity, craftsmanship, and the kind of attention to detail that sets boutique establishments apart from larger operations. Working as their Head Chef means joining a close-knit team that appreciates the artistry of fine dining and supports culinary innovation at every level.

If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level as a Head Chef with complete creative control, I'd love to hear from you. This is your opportunity to lead a kitchen where quality and creativity are truly valued.