Head Chef - Swindon
Catering Services International · Southampton, South East
Head Chef - Swindon at Catering Services International, based in Southampton, South East, paying £45,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £45,000 per annum
- Location
- Southampton, South East
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Closes
- 17 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Chef
About 12% above the going rate for chef
Reference jobs/south-west/head_chef/8839
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Head Chef - SwindonSouth West
£45,000 - Leisure Complex - SwindonSwindon
Job DescriptionHead Chef
Leisure Complex
£45,000
Swindon
Head Chef Benefits
- Join a well-established, family-run business where your contribution is genuinely valued.
- Competitive package with the opportunity to earn additional income through cash and card tips.
- Enjoy discounted food and drinks when dining with us off duty.
- Complimentary access to our leisure facilities (terms and conditions apply).
- Guaranteed closure on Christmas Day, giving you valuable time with family and friends.
- Planned partnership with a local gym to provide discounted membership opportunities.
- Excellent work-life balance with a 5-day working week.
- Only three evening service shifts per week, typically shared across the kitchen team.
- Predominantly daytime working hours on non-service days, usually 8:00am–4:00pm.
- A rare opportunity for a Head Chef role offering genuinely sociable hours within the hospitality industry.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Head Chef seeking a role that combines creative kitchen leadership with a healthy work-life balance, all within a supportive family-business environment.
Head chef job role:
We are hiring an experienced, professional hands-on Head Chef with a strong approach to kitchen management, who can demonstrate leadership, self-motivation and the ability to remain calm under pressure. An experienced Head chef with a genuine passion for producing high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
Head chef requirements:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef within a quality a la carte dining venue
- Head chef with strong leadership skills
- Ability to take full control of the food operation and maintain high standards
- A Head Chef with passion for fresh food and seasonal menus
- Excellent communication skills
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