Head chef Work, Jobs in Rochford, Ess (with Salaries)

Head Chef
Holiday Inn Southend —Southend-on-Sea
- From £38,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Management
- Hotel
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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2d
School Chef Manager - Westcliff-On-Sea
CH&CO —Westcliff-on-Sea
- Up to £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
2d
Head Chef
Salero Lounge —Maldon
- £37,000 - £44,500 a year
- Overtime
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Management
- Employee discount
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10d
Kitchen Manager/Head Chef
M&P Pub Group Ltd —Clacton-on-Sea
- £32,000 - £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Inventory control
- Customer service
- Recruiting
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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8d
Head Chef
Maggio Lounge —Billericay
- £37,000 - £44,500 a year
- Overtime
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Management
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
Chelmsford Manor Care Home —Chelmsford
- £20 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Management
- Recruiting
- Paid training
- Annual leave
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Kitchen Manager/Chef
Dalemor Explorers Nursery and Forest school —Earls Colne
- From £13 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Inventory control
- Gym membership
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Chef Manager
BaxterStorey UK —Gravesend
- £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Team management
- Recruiting
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Chef Manager
Impact Food Group —Romford
- £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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13d
Kitchen Manager – Woodlands Edge Pub, South Ockendon
Woodlands Edge pub —South Ockendon
- £25,420 - £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- In-person
- Free parking
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1d
Head Chef
George —Gravesend
- Up to £37,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Inventory control
- Sales
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Chef Manager
St. John's School —Billericay
- £26,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory control
- Cleaning
- In-person
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Head Chef
Pub & Social - BRA_202 —Borough of Tonbridge and Malling
- Full-time
- English
- Training & development
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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14d
Head Chef
Pub & Kitchen - BRA_201 —Hatfield Peverel
- Full-time
- English
- Training & development
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Assistant Head Chef
ASK Italian —Colchester
- £12.71 - £15.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Team management
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
7d
Head Chef
Chef & Brewer - BRA_101 —Basildon
- Full-time
- English
- Training & development
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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9d
Caterlink - Chef Manager
Caterlink —Rochester
- £13.98 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Budgeting
- Training & development
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
Pub & Grill - BRA_205 —Maidstone
- Full-time
- English
- Training & development
- Restaurant
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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8d
Chef Manager - Park Primary Academy
Olive Dining —Rainham
- £29,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory control
- Computer literacy
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance programme
Caterlink - Relief Chef Manager. Must Drive. Term Time Only
Caterlink —Rochester
- £13.98 an hour
- Part-time
- Driving
- Budgeting
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply

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Head Chef

Holiday Inn Southend -
Southend-on-Sea

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Job details

Full-time
From £38,000 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
Sick pay

Qualifications

Kitchen staff training and mentoring
Management
Food safety and hygiene regulations
Menu planning
Plating
Kitchen team management
Recruiting
Organisational skills
Cleaning
Budgeting
Food safety
Leadership
Team motivation leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Ref: INT25848

Branch: Holiday Inn Southend

Location: Holiday Inn Southend, Essex

Salary/Benefits: From £38k per annum dependent on experience

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 45

Posted date: 25/08/2026

Closing date: 25/09/2026

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food beverage and spa
Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
Flexible working opportunities
Company sick pay - Giving you piece of mind when you need it the most
Staff meals on duty
Paid breaks
Access to hotel gym facilities
Free staff parking

A day in the life of…

As the inspiring Head Chef it will be your responsibility to oversee all kitchen operations with emphasis on quality and presentation and maximising every opportunity to ensure profit and cost margins are met and consistently kept in line with budget.

You will need to ensure that all food is prepared to the highest standard and in compliance with health and safety regulations and your knowledge of allergens will be crucial, as you will also be responsible for training and educating your staff on allergen awareness.

Additionally, you will be managing and motivating a team of chefs and kitchen staff while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. You’ll be a key figurehead for the business that plays an essential role in maintaining the hotel's reputation and ensuring the safety and satisfaction of guests dining in the '1935' Rooftop Restaurant Bar or attending a meeting or event, including weddings.

What do we need from you?

Strong culinary skills and knowledge, including expertise in menu planning, recipe creation, and food preparation and presentation.
Strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to recruit, manage and motivate a team of kitchen staff to work together effectively and efficiently.
Excellent communication and organisational skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with other hotel departments and external stakeholders, and to manage budgets and resources effectively.
In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations and guidelines, and the ability to always maintain strict standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
The ability to adapt to changing customer preferences and dietary requirements, and to be creative and innovative in menu design and food presentation.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’

So, click apply today, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.

About Holiday Inn Southend

At Holiday Inn® Southend hotel, located a stones throw from Southend Airport, we are committed to investing in and developing our team, in return for your commitment to ensure every guest has a positve experience.

At Holiday Inn® we want our guests to relax and be themselves which means we need you to:

Be you by being natural, professional and personable in the way you are with people
Get ready by taking notice and using your knowledge so that you are prepared for any-thing
Show you care by being thoughtful in the way you welcome and connect with guests
Take action by showing initiative, taking ownership and going the extra mile

Our hotel was built in 2012 and our guests benefit from 129 modern bedrooms, state of the art conference and event facilities, and a stylish rooftop restaurant bar, "1935" offering contemporary British fare and views of the airport runway and surrounding countryside. We have a great product but our most important asset is our team, who provide consistently high level service, have a great personality and a passion for delivering a 5* service.

About Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn® Hotels Resorts :Do you want to work for one of the world's best known hotel brands? With a well-earned reputation for friendly service and good value for money, our hotels and resorts are fresh, modern and known throughout the world. Our guests include all sorts of different people – some travelling for fun, often with their families and others travelling on business. With over 1,200 hotels and resorts worldwide there will be one in a city or resort location near you.

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