Chef  - Leisure - Brockenhurst - £31kp/a

Head Chef - Event Venue - Near Romsey📍 Near Romsey 💰 £40,000 - £45,000 per annum⏳ Full-time | 48 hours per week Are you a passionate and creative chef ready to lead the kitchen in a stunning countryside venue known for both exceptional food and unforgettable events?Our client, an award winning Event Venue set in the countryside on the outskirts of Southampton, is searching for a talented Head Chef to take ownership of the kitchen and deliver outstanding menus in a relaxed, quality-driven environment.This is not a formal, corporate kitchen-this is countryside hospitality at its best, where fresh food, creativity, and team culture are at the heart of everything. The RoleAs Head Chef, you'll lead a busy kitchen delivering high-quality dishes across both a thriving restaurant and a packed events calendar.With 50-60 weddings per year (up to 100 covers seated) alongside regular service, this is a varied role where no two weeks are the same. What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Leading and developing your kitchen team</li><li>Creating and delivering seasonal, high-quality menus</li><li>Managing food standards across restaurant and events</li><li>Overseeing kitchen operations, GP, and stock control</li><li>Working closely with the wider management team and 4 Heads of Department</li><li>Driving consistency, creativity, and efficiency in the kitchen</li></ul> Why Join Us?<ul><li>🌿 Work-life balance that matters - only 2 days per week working past 6pm</li><li>📅 1 full weekend off every month</li><li>👕 Relaxed, no-suits culture</li><li>🏡 Beautiful countryside working environment</li><li>🍽️ A genuine opportunity to shape the food offering</li></ul> What We're Looking For<ul><li>A proven Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up</li><li>Experience in fresh food kitchens and/or events &amp; weddings</li><li>A hands-on leader who can inspire and develop a team</li><li>Strong organisational and commercial awareness</li><li>A chef who values quality, consistency, and a positive kitchen culture</li></ul> The Details<ul><li>Salary: £40,000 - £45,000</li><li>Hours: 48 hours over 5 days from 7</li></ul> If you're looking for a role where you can cook great food, lead a strong team, and enjoy a better work-life balance, this is your opportunity. 👉 Apply now <hr /> <hr /> <hr /> Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Head Chef - Leisure - Romsey - £45kp/a

General Manager - Event Venue - Near Romsey📍 Romsey 💰 £40,000 - £45,000 per annum⏳ Full-time | 48 hours per week Are you ready to lead a beautiful countryside venue with personality, charm, and a thriving events calendar?We are currently looking for an exceptional General Manager to take the reins of this unique, relaxed hospitality destination. With its warm, informal atmosphere and stunning rural setting, this isn't your typical "suits and ties" operation-this is hospitality done differently. The RoleAs General Manager, you'll be responsible for the overall running of the venue, leading a strong leadership team and delivering outstanding guest experiences across both restaurant service and events.The venue hosts 50-60 weddings per year, with up to 100 guests seated, alongside a bustling food and beverage operation-making this a varied, rewarding, and hands-on leadership role. What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Leading, inspiring, and developing a team of 4 Heads of Department</li><li>Managing a team of 20-25 staff in the low season and 50-60 staff in the high season</li><li>Overseeing day-to-day operations across restaurant and events</li><li>Delivering exceptional service standards in a relaxed, countryside setting</li><li>Managing a busy wedding calendar alongside a thriving F&amp;B operation</li><li>Driving financial performance and operational excellence</li><li>Creating a positive, engaging team culture</li></ul> Why Join Us?<ul><li>🌿 Work-life balance that matters - only 2 days per week working past 6pm</li><li>📅 1 full weekend off every month</li><li>👕 No suits - a casual, authentic environment</li><li>🏡 Beautiful countryside location</li><li>🤝 Work with a supportive leadership structure within the company</li></ul> What We're Looking For<ul><li>A proven General Manager or senior hospitality leader</li><li>Experience in high-quality dining and/or events-led venues</li><li>A natural leader who thrives in a hands-on, people-first environment</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and organisational skills</li><li>Someone who embraces a relaxed yet high-standard hospitality style</li></ul> The Details<ul><li>Salary: £40,000 - £45,000</li><li>Hours: 48 hours over 5 days from 7</li></ul> If you're passionate about hospitality, love the idea of leading a venue where great food, great events, and great people come together, and want a role that offers genuine balance-this could be your perfect next step. 👉 Apply now <hr /> <hr /> <hr /> <hr /> <hr /> <hr /> <hr /> Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

General Manager - Leisure - Romsey - £45kp/a

<h1>Head Chef - Fordingbridge - £37,000 to £44,000 - Live‑In Available (2 miles from site)</h1>A welcoming, traditional pub near Fordingbridge is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen team. Serving classic, freshly prepared dishes, this role offers excellent autonomy, creativity with menu development, and the chance to work with quality local produce.The ideal candidate will be a car driver or keen cyclist due to the rural location.<hr /><h2>Key Info</h2><ul><li>Salary: £37,000 - £44,000 per annum</li><li>Location: Fordingbridge</li><li>Hours: 5 days out of 7</li><li>Benefits: Service charge + tips</li><li>Accommodation: Live‑in available (approx. 2 miles from site)</li></ul><hr /><h2>Main Duties &amp; Responsibilities of the Head Chef</h2><ul><li>Lead and manage the kitchen team, ensuring smooth service and high standards.</li><li>Take full ownership of menu planning, dish development, and seasonal specials.</li><li>Maintain excellent food preparation, presentation, and portion control.</li><li>Oversee stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships within budget.</li><li>Ensure all food safety, hygiene, and health &amp; safety regulations are fully adhered to.</li><li>Train, mentor, and support junior kitchen staff.</li><li>Uphold consistent quality across all services and ensure enthusiastic team morale.</li></ul><hr /><h2>What You Need to Succeed as Head Chef</h2><ul><li>Previous experience as a Head Chef or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up.</li><li>NVQ / City &amp; Guilds Professional Cookery qualifications preferred.</li><li>Level 2 Food Hygiene (minimum).</li><li>Strong communication and leadership skills.</li><li>Ability to remain calm, organised, and efficient in a fast‑paced kitchen.</li><li>A car driver or keen cyclist due to rural location.</li></ul> How to Apply:To apply for this role, please click the "APPLY" button. Unfortunately, due to the large volume of applications we receive, we can only respond to applicants with relevant work experience.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Head Chef - Country Pub - Fordingbridge £44kp/a

<h2>Head Chef - Country Food‑Led Pub</h2>📍 Southampton🏠 Live‑out position💷 Salary: £40kp/aWe are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our welcoming, food‑led country pub in Southampton.This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on chef who loves fresh, seasonal cooking and takes real pride in kitchen standards, hygiene, and consistency.<h3>The Role</h3><ul><li>Lead and inspire a small kitchen team</li><li>Create and deliver high‑quality, seasonal menus with a strong focus on classic pub food done well</li><li>Maintain exceptionally high standards of food hygiene, health &amp; safety, and allergen compliance</li><li>Manage ordering, stock control, GP margins, and waste</li><li>Work closely with the front‑of‑house team and management to ensure smooth service</li><li>Be fully involved in the day‑to‑day running of the kitchen - this is a working Head Chef role</li></ul><h3>What We're Looking For</h3><ul><li>Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous ready to step up</li><li>Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (minimum)</li><li>Allergen awareness qualified</li><li>Strong focus on cleanliness, organisation, and food safety</li><li>Passion for fresh ingredients and well‑executed pub classics</li><li>Calm under pressure with good leadership and communication skills</li><li>Reliable, motivated, and proud to run a kitchen to a high standard</li></ul><h3>What We Offer</h3><ul><li>£40kp/a salary </li><li>Live‑out position</li><li>Supportive ownership and a stable, friendly working environment</li><li>Opportunity to put your own stamp on menus</li><li>Respect for work‑life balance wherever possible</li></ul>If you're a dedicated chef who cares just as much about hygiene, safety, and standards as you do about great food, we'd love to hear from you.Due to location - Own transport would be better suited. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Head Chef - Food Led Pub - Southampton £40k p/a

<div>We are looking for a skilled and confident Chef with a genuine passion for fresh, homemade food to join our friendly kitchen team.We are a well-established daytime café restaurant located at a leisure site in Brockenhurst, set within beautiful surroundings in the New Forest. Our menus celebrate quality ingredients and seasonal produce, including fruit and vegetables sourced locally wherever possible.<hr /><h2>About the Role</h2><ul><li>Daytime hours only: 9am to 5pm, seven days per week</li><li>Working within a busy and supportive kitchen team</li><li>Using our gas-fired pizza oven to create pizzas, flatbreads, and daily specials</li><li>Preparing and cooking dishes across the menu</li><li>Supporting with prep, service, and general kitchen duties as required</li></ul><hr /><h2>About You</h2>We would love to hear from you if:<ul><li>You have at least two years' experience in a busy kitchen environment</li><li>You enjoy working with fresh, seasonal produce</li><li>You are a team player who is happy to get stuck in wherever needed</li><li>You take pride in consistency, cleanliness, and high standards</li><li>You are looking for a role with sociable daytime hours and fair rewards, including favourable sick pay</li></ul><hr />We are known for our warm atmosphere, loyal customers, and high standards. If you enjoy cooking proper food in a supportive team and value a healthy work-life balance, this could be the perfect fit for you.</div> 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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