Salary - £28,500 - £42,000 come the 1st April 2025 Due to the expected start date. For 40 hours per week, this will be prorated to £29,800 - £44,800. Contract Type - Permanent. Working pattern/Flexible working - 40 hours per week, a mix of shifts including Earlest start 06:00, Lastest 21:00. These will be over 5 days. Including weekends on a rota basis. Location - This role is based at Leckford Abbas in Hampshire. As Leckford offers a variety of dining and food options to our guests, you will need to be flexible to work across areas including Longstock House, Leckford lodges and the Abbas. Accommodation - live-in room only is available. Key Responsibilities Inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimising waste through efficient practices. Collaborate with the Head Chef on all aspects of kitchen management, including menu planning, food preparation, presentation, and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and food safety., Proven track record of culinary

excellence, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for delivering exceptional food. Creative and ambitious chef with a commitment to quality and a desire to make a significant contribution to our culinary team. Essential skills/experience you'll need Commercial awareness. Excellent leadership, influencing, and coaching abilities Understanding of HACCP. Ability to interpret and enforce food safety Policy and health and safety regulations. Commercial awareness and a strong understanding of the business side of the kitchen. Food Safety Level 3 certification. NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery or equivalent. Extensive experience working in a professional kitchen. Desirable skills/experience you may have Competent in IT systems and able to use standard software Good communication skills Important Information - Application and Interview Process Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, will include a one to one interview (and a technical