Head Chef Coastal Boutique Hotel and Restaurant Location: Suffolk Coast (Aldeburgh area) Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Accommodation: Live-in available at £100 per week Overview A well-established coastal hotel and restaurant in the heart of a sought-after seaside destination is looking for a talented Head Chef to lead its kitchen operation. This is a high-visibility role within a busy, all-day dining environment, popular with both guests and locals, offering fresh, seasonal menus with a strong focus on quality produce. The Role As Head Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen, leading from the front while maintaining high standards across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. You will be responsible for menu development, team leadership, and ensuring consistent delivery during both steady trade and peak seasonal periods. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate and develop a stable and committed kitchen team.Design and deliver seasonal menus with a focus on fresh, locally sourced produce.Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.Manage GP, stock control, and ordering in line with budget targets.Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards.Work closely with front-of-house to deliver a seamless guest experience.Drive kitchen performance during high-volume service, especially in peak seasons. Key Requirements Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to st