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At Swithens Farm, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re a friendly, family-run business offering rewarding roles in a welcoming environment where teamwork, pride, and great experiences matter.
Head Chef Vacancy
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Head Chef to join our friendly, family-run farm park business. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys cooking hearty, home-cooked food in a lively, child-friendly environment.
Our cafe serves a classic, crowd-pleasing menu for both children and adults alike and we also host seasonal events and themed days, offering the opportunity to introduce fun and creative twists to the menu.
Key Responsibilities
As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, including:
Overseeing all kitchen operations and food preparation
Managing, training and motivating kitchen staff
Ensuring consistently high standards of food quality and presentation
Menu development, including seasonal and event-based offerings
Stock control, ordering and minimising waste
Ensuring full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety and due diligence requirements
Maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised kitchen
Managing kitchen schedules to meet seasonal demand
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
Has proven experience as a Head Chef or is a Sous Chef looking for the next step up
Is confident managing a team and leading by example
Has a passion for fresh, home-cooked food
Is organised, reliable and able to work well under pressure
Understands food safety regulations and kitchen compliance
Enjoys working in a family-focused, fast-paced environment
Why Join Us?
A rewarding role within a well-established, supportive, family-run business
A varied working year with seasonal changes and creative opportunities
The chance to make a real impact on the visitor experience
Daytime focussed hours meaning great work/life balance (Winter Hours: Fri–Sun only / Summer & school holiday Hours: 5 days over 7)
Pay of circa, £15 per hour dependant on experience
If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where your food brings smiles to both children and adults, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your cv to: [email protected]