Overview
Head Chef - Holywell Bay Holiday Park, Newquay, Cornwall
Join our kitchen team as Head Chef for a career with a little more sizzle! Are you a passionate chef with a flair for management? At Parkdean Resorts, we’re looking for a Head Chef who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and make a real impact. You’ll be running a busy kitchen, crafting delicious dishes, and motivating a team to exceed guest expectations every time. You won’t just be cooking – you’ll be shaping the entire kitchen experience. From managing stock and budgets to developing exciting menus, you’ll lead by example, ensuring everything runs smoothly and profitably.
You’ll need to hold a Food Hygiene Level 3 qualification and have experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
So, why Parkdean Resorts? Besides the one-of-a-kind team culture and stunning locations across the UK, we offer the chance to work with the UKs largest holiday park organisation.
Responsibilities
* Take a hands-on role in the production of menu items during service, cooking to spec, adhering to all menus and portion control, and recording wastage.
* Work on the front line and manage the prep production.
* Ensure the quality of the food production and presentation is maintained to company standard.
* Participate in and develop owners’ activities and events.
* Work in a safe manner, with due diligence towards yourself, colleagues and guests.
* Train and develop the kitchen team to ensure a consistent standard is maintained.
Qualifications
* Food Hygiene Level 3 qualification.
* Experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
Benefits
* Access to training and development opportunities across 66 parks, including apprenticeships.
* Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support.
* Discounts: 50% off for you and 25% off for friends and family when booking holidays.
* Team member discount of 30% on food, drinks, and leisure activities.
* Discounts on partner brands and services.
Parkdean Resorts is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Background checks including DBS (or equivalent) will be carried out if appropriate.
We want to create an environment and recruitment process where people feel safe and comfortable to talk about disability. For any reasonable adjustment requests, please contact Stephanie at stephanie.wood@parkdean-resorts.com
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management
* Hospitality
We’re Parkdean people, and we do everything we can to ensure our guests and owners can holiday like they mean it!
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