Job Description

Head Chef - Taste The World Hospitality | New Forest

Taste The World Hospitality is searching for an exceptional Head Chef to lead our kitchen team at our New Forest restaurant and pub. We are building something special; a dining experience that blends world flavours with the finest local produce, rooted in creativity, consistency, and a true passion for hospitality.

With an ambition to achieve 2 Rosette level, we are looking for a Head Chef who not only has the skillset and experience to elevate our food offering, but also the leadership qualities to inspire and develop a talented team.

What You'll Do

Lead and mentor the kitchen team, fostering a positive, high-performing culture Develop innovative menus with our executive team, that balance global inspiration with locally sourced ingredients Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations: ordering, GP control, stock, HACCP, staffing, training and development Uphold exceptional standards of quality, presentation, and consistency Work closely with senior management to drive the culinary vision and maintain our rosette ambitions Ensure the kitchen remains compliant, efficient, and operating at the highest level at all times

What We're Looking For

A Head Chef (or strong Sous Chef ready to step up) with experience in rosette-level or high-quality dining environments A genuine passion for flavour, seasonality, sustainability, and international cuisines Strong leadership skills: someone who can bring out the best in their brigade Excellent understanding of kitchen management, GP, costing, and operational efficiency A calm, supportive, solutions-focused approach -- especially during service Someone excited by the idea of building and shaping a menu that represents Taste The World

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience Creative autonomy and the opportunity to shape a growing food concept Supportive ownership team and a collaborative working environment Training, development, and long-term progression as the brand continues to expand A stunning New Forest location with a loyal and growing customer base

If you are a passionate, driven, and inspiring culinary leader ready to take a kitchen to 2 Rosette level, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person