Head Chef – Boutique Seafood Hotel
Location:
Isle of Man
Salary:
£45,000 – £50,000
Start Date:
End of July / August
Relocation Support:
Available
Visa Support:
Certificate of Employment provided by the business
We are looking for a
Head Chef
to lead the kitchen of a premium boutique hotel and pub on the Isle of Man.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who loves seafood, fresh produce, and the chance to build a strong food reputation in a beautiful island location.
The business is a boutique hotel with 19 rooms, a quality food-led pub offering, and a strong focus on fresh, seasonal cooking. The food operation is expected to generate around £8,000 – £10,000 per week, with additional revenue from rooms, breakfast, and dinner trade.
This role would suit a Head Chef who enjoys being hands-on, leading from the front, and creating a kitchen culture built on standards, consistency, and care.
The Role
As Head Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen operation.
Leading and developing the kitchen team
Creating fresh, seasonal menus with a strong seafood focus
Managing GP, stock, ordering, and kitchen costs
Maintaining high standards across every service
Supporting breakfast, lunch, dinner, and hotel trade
Working closely with the owners and senior team
Building a strong local reputation for the food offering
The Ideal Head Chef
We are looking for someone who has:
Experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
A background in premium pubs, boutique hotels, seafood restaurants, or quality fresh-food operations
Strong knowledge of seafood, seasonal produce, and menu development
Good commercial understanding of food costs, stock, and GP
A calm and professional leadership style
The ability to run a kitchen with structure, care, and consistency
A genuine interest in relocating to the Isle of Man
The Package
£45,000 – £50,000 salary plus tronc and Tax benefits
Relocation support available
Isle of Man visa support through the business
Certificate of Employment provided
Potential tax benefits compared with mainland UK
Premium boutique hotel environment
Opportunity to make the food offering your own
Start date around end of July / August
This is a great opportunity for a Head Chef who wants something different.
You will have the chance to lead a quality seafood-focused kitchen, work in a beautiful location, and become part of a boutique hotel business with real potential.
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