Head Chef – Golf Club

Company: Blue Arrow HS
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Location: Thatcham
Job Description:

Head Chef – Golf Club

Salary: £40,000 per annum

An established golf club is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and reliable Head Chef to lead its kitchen operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on, customer‑focused chef with a passion for high‑quality food and service, working in a well‑structured and friendly environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage all aspects of the kitchen operation
  • Develop and deliver a varied daily menu, ensuring consistently high standards of quality and presentation
  • Plan and deliver catering for a wide range of events, including club matches, private functions, themed evenings, and special events
  • Lead, manage, motivate, and inspire the kitchen team
  • Train and supervise kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking techniques, and food safety procedures
  • Maintain strict quality control standards
  • Ensure full compliance with health & safety and food hygiene regulations
  • Manage stock control, ordering, and food cost control, working within agreed budgets
  • Work closely with the front‑of‑house team to ensure smooth service and successful event delivery

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience working as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a quality food‑led environment
  • Strong culinary skills with creativity, passion, and attention to detail
  • A commitment to delivering excellent customer service
  • Confident leadership and strong communication skills
  • Excellent organisational and time‑management skills
  • Ability to create and adapt menus for different occasions and customer expectations
  • Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
  • Own transport preferred due to location

What’s on Offer

  • Salary of £40,000 per annum
  • Sociable working hours, including weekends
  • Friendly and supportive working environment
  • 28 days annual leave
  • Pension and additional benefits

If you are an experienced Head Chef looking for a stable role with sociable hours in a golf club environment, this could be an excellent opportunity.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026