We’ve recently completed an exciting transformation, with our venue undergoing a full refurbishment, including a modern, brand-new kitchen. Now that we’ve officially relaunched, we’re looking for enthusiastic, committed individuals to join our team and be part of this new chapter. At Verdant Parks, we believe the key to a great holiday is getting the fundamentals right — and that includes delicious, well-prepared food served with consistency and care. If you believe in being brilliant at the basics, delivering consistently high standards, and creating great guest experiences, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for people who bring energy, reliability, and a positive attitude to every shift. If you’re ready to join a refreshed, modern, and fast-paced environment where your effort truly makes a difference, this could be the perfect next step for you. We are also able to provide accommodation for the right candidate. Salary: £13.80 per hour Contract Type: Temporary Hours: Varied hours Location: Riverside Holiday Park, Wooler, NE71 6NJ About the Role: All our Chefs help prepare meals and snacks to order throughout the day, producing consistently well presented, high quality and tasty food from our menu and special boards. The Chef is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, and ensuring food is prepared and stored in accordance with food safety regulations. This role is key to ensuring that we can provide the quality food service that our guests expect, providing them with another option to self-catering and allowing them to spend more precious time with family and friends. Typical duties and responsibilities include: · Preparing and producing food to order according to recipe and guest orders · Ensuring all orders leaving the kitchen are plated and presented according to company standards · Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met by the kitchen team · Ensuring food products are stored properly About the Person: We are looking for someone with experience as a chef or similar and a strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices. The ability to work well under pressure and multi-task in a busy kitchen is essential. To be successful in this role you will need strong organisational skills and good leadership skills. You will need to be enthusiastic, friendly and passionate about food. Skills and experience required: · A commitment to producing consistent and excellent quality food · Knowledge of cost and stock control · Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards in catering · Knowledge of food allergies and dietary restrictions · Good organisational, communication and leadership skills A wonderful place to work: When you join Team Verdant you will be working in a fun and collaborative environment. You can also take advantage of some fantastic benefits including: An online discount platform where you can save money on shopping, dining, travel, days out and much more; · Last minute park breaks from only £99; · Up to 30% off park breaks for you, your friends and your family; · Discounted use of facilities on park, including restaurants, leisure and activities; · An annual 'Verdant Experience' - book a break at one of our parks and experience a Verdant holiday as a customer. There is no charge for this break, we simply ask that you make the most of it and give us your honest feedback afterwards! · Access to a 24/7 confidential counselling and advice line; · Many opportunities for recognition and reward - monthly 'Stars' awards, annual awards for individuals and park teams, 'Cheers for Peers' cards, and any excuse for cakes, biscuits and celebrations!; · Our company wide team initiatives to help each other, our communities and the planet - Green Champions, Charity Champions, Mental Health Champions; · A commitment to providing training & development opportunities, recognising potential and supporting you in your career. About the Company: Verdant Leisure own and operate holiday parks in some of the UK’s most picturesque spots across Scotland and England. Each of our parks are unique with plenty to offer, whether its beach-side or countryside, self-catering holidays or holiday home ownership, entertainment in our bars and restaurants or a relaxing swim in our pools. We are passionate about our customers and work hard to ensure they have the best possible experience at our parks. Verdant Parks is an equal opportunities employer and a proud member of the Disability Confident scheme. Check out why our employees rate us as World Class – join us for an extraordinary adventure in 2026! Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .