Head Chef

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Maidstone
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£40,000 / year
CATEGORY
Hospitality & Catering
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Menu development Kitchen management Fresh food preparation Team leadership Food safety compliance Menu autonomy Daytime shift management Culinary creativity

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head Chef

Location: Maidstone

Salary: £36k - 40k per year

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Hospitality

Contact: Jonathan Taylor | Email: [contact hidden] | Phone: [contact hidden]

Ref: SF65256

Job Description

HEAD CHEF GOLF CLUB MAIDSTONE, UPTO £40K, MAINLY DAY SHIFT ONLY

A rare opportunity for a Head Chef to take real ownership of a fresh food kitchen, with genuine menu autonomy and a work-life balance that's hard to come by in hospitality. My client is offering a Head Chef role with predominantly daytime hours, allowing you to focus on what you do best—creating exceptional dishes—without the usual late nights. With a salary of up to £40,000 and the chance to shape menus your way, this Head Chef position is ideal for someone who wants creativity, stability, and balance in equal measure.

As Head Chef, you'll step into a well-run kitchen with an established and supportive team already in place, giving you the platform to focus on refining and elevating the food offering. This Head Chef role gives you the opportunity to lead strong food operations centred around fresh, quality ingredients, while also bringing your own ideas to life through menu development. From delivering consistent daytime service to occasionally showcasing your skills at weekend functions, this is a Head Chef position that blends creativity with structure in all the right ways. It would suit a Head Chef who enjoys leading from the front, takes pride in fresh food, and values the chance to influence a menu without unnecessary constraints.

Benefits & Perks

  • Salary up to £40,000
  • Predominantly daytime shifts (typically 8am–4pm)
  • Established and supportive kitchen team
  • Genuine autonomy over menu creation

About the Employer

My client is a well-regarded golf club with a strong reputation for quality and consistency, known for its fresh food offering and welcoming environment. The team is experienced, settled, and passionate about delivering a great experience to members and guests alike, making it an enjoyable and collaborative place for a Head Chef to thrive.

How to Apply

If you're a Head Chef looking for a role that offers creativity, balance, and the chance to truly make your mark, this could be exactly what you've been waiting for. Apply now via the link provided.

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