Head Chef - £30,000-£35,000 + Annualised Contract with most winters off Lead a dynamic kitchen team in the New Forest while enjoying an excellent work-life balance.We''re recruiting a passionate Head Chef to join a popular hospitality venue in the New Forest. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys leading a team in a relaxed café bar kitchen while maintaining high standards of food quality. With an annualised contract and a quieter winter season, this role offers the perfect balance between a rewarding kitchen career and valuable downtime.Why apply / What''s in it for you?You''ll enjoy a supportive environment and benefits designed to support both your career and wellbeing:Annualised contract - with most of the winter off paid or on significantly reduced hoursCompetitive salary of £30,000-£35,000Your birthday off each yearPaid volunteering leaveMental health supportAccess to an Employee Assistance ProgrammeLife assurance coverKey ResponsibilitiesAs Head Chef in the New Forest, you''ll take ownership of the kitchen and ensure a consistently high standard of food and service.Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishesOversee menu development, balancing creativity, customer demand and cost controlManage stock levels, place orders and minimise wastageEnsure food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all timesTrain and mentor junior chefs and kitchen team membersWork closely with the front-of-house team to deliver a seamless dining expe