Head Chef

9 Days Old

Head Chef - Up to £71k Package and 2.5 days off per week
We're recruiting an experienced Head Chef to lead a talented brigade in Burgess Hill, offering a rare combination of strong earnings, creative freedom and lifestyle-friendly hours.
This Head Chef role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading from the front, cooking with exceptional fresh produce and shaping a kitchen operation while enjoying genuine support in Burgess Hill.
What you'll get from this role
£55,000 - £65,000 DOE plus tronc of around £6,000 per year
Weekly paid tips, bonuses and competitive overall package
Excellent work-life balance with 2.5 days off and reasonable finish times
45-50 hour working week with flexible, lifestyle-friendly shifts
Lead and develop an 8-strong brigade in Burgess Hill
Family-run, supportive environment with long-term stability
Opportunity to gain exposure to wider business operations
Your role as Head Chef
Overseeing the daily running of the kitchen and full brigade
Leading, motivating and inspiring the team with confidence
Creating seasonal menus, specials and fresh dishes cooked to order
Planning and delivering events efficiently
Managing stock control, GP, ordering and food waste
Organising rotas, recipes and training manuals
Maintaining excellent health and safety standards
Working closely with Front of House to deliver outstanding service
What we're looking for
Proven experience as a Head Chef within a restaurant or gastro pub
Strong background in fresh, high-quality food
A confident leader who thrives under pressure
Creative approach to seasonal menus and presentation
Strong mentoring skills and passion for developing every Chef
Commercial awareness with solid GP and cost control knowledge
Own transport required for this Burgess Hill location
This Head Chef position is perfect for a Chef ready to take ownership of a respected kitchen, influence standards and enjoy a balanced lifestyle in Burgess Hill.
If you're ready to make your mark as Head Chef in Burgess Hill, apply now.
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Consultant: Bradley Baxendale
Job Number: 934813 / INDCHEFS
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Location:
Burgess Hill
Job Type:
PartTime

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