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Head Chef Job – Rosette Boutique Hotel – £48,000 - Live in
Maison Gastronomique is currently recruiting for a Head Chef to join an exceptional Rosette boutique hotel located in one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal areas.
This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious chef to step into a Head Chef position, leading a talented brigade while working with incredible ingredients sourced directly from the sea.
With a strong focus on quality, seasonality, and outstanding food, this role offers the chance to cook creatively in a small, quality-driven kitchen environment.
If you are searching for Head Chef jobs, boutique hotel Head Chef roles, Rosette Head Chef opportunities, or positions through a specialist chef recruitment agency, this is a fantastic career move.
Role Overview – Head Chef
The successful Head Chef will lead the kitchen team, overseeing the daily operation and delivering exceptional food for a small but busy boutique hotel restaurant.
Working with a close-knit brigade of 4 chefs, you will have the opportunity to create memorable dishes using some of the finest coastal produce, with ingredients arriving fresh into the kitchen.
This is a hands-on cooking role, ideal for a strong Sous Chef ready to take their first Head Chef position or an experienced Head Chef looking for a more personal, quality-led environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and motivate the kitchen brigade of 4 chefs
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and service standards
• Create and deliver exceptional Rosette-level cuisine
• Work closely with fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all dishes
• Support menu development and kitchen organisation
• Ensure high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and performance
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for:
• Previous experience as a Head Chef, or a strong Sous Chef ready for their first Head Chef role
• Experience within Rosette, boutique hotel, fine dining, or quality-led restaurants
• Strong cooking ability with a passion for excellent ingredients
• Natural leadership skills and the ability to develop a small team
• Organised, creative, and hands-on approach to kitchen management
• Passion for seasonal produce and exceptional food standards
Salary & Benefits
• £48,000 package
• Rosette boutique hotel environment
• Live-in accommodation available on site
• Work with exceptional coastal ingredients
• Opportunity for career growth and development
• Located in one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal areas
Why Apply?
This is an outstanding opportunity to secure a Head Chef role through Maison Gastronomique, a specialist chef recruitment agency, offering the chance to lead a high-quality kitchen, work with exceptional ingredients, and take ownership of a truly special food operation.
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Please note, due to the expected level of interest in this role, only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.
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