Cooking Up Careers: An Insider Look at Parkdean’s Chef Jobs
If you’re looking for head chef jobs in the UK that offer more than just a payslip, Parkdean Resorts could be the perfect place to start – or grow your hospitality career. With exciting opportunities across 66 UK holiday parks, we provide chefs with hands-on experience, excellent training, and real career progression.
One great example is Sakthikumar Manickam, Head Chef at Pendine Sands Holiday Park, who joined Parkdean Resorts in 2023. His story shows what’s possible when talented people join a business that truly supports their development. If you’re ready for an insider glimpse at a Parkdean chef career, you’ve come to the right place! Keep on reading for more insight.
A Passion for People and Food
Since stepping into the role, Sakthi has made a big impact – not just in the kitchen, but across the team. “The best part about working at Parkdean is the team,” he says. “Everyone brings something different, and there’s a great atmosphere. We support each other, and that makes all the difference.”
But it’s not just the people that make Parkdean Resorts a great place to work, it’s the variety too. “No two days are the same. There’s always something new to get stuck into, and that keeps things exciting.”
More than just a job
At Parkdean Resorts, we’re proud to offer far more than a traditional hospitality role. We invest in our teams and provide genuine career pathways for chefs at every level. Whether you're new to the kitchen or already leading one, we provide the support and structure to help you grow.
Opportunities for chefs include:
- Comprehensive training and on-the-job learning
- Culinary apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications
- Progression pathways from Commis Chef to Head Chef and beyond
- Access to leadership development programmes
With 66 parks across the UK, our chefs also benefit from flexibility, seasonal options, and the chance to develop their careers in a location that suits their lifestyle.
Build your career with us
If you're passionate about food, love working as part of a team, and are ready to take your skills to the next level, Parkdean Resorts could be the perfect place for you. We’re always looking for talented chefs who want more than just a job - they want a career.
Explore our current vacancies and discover how far your culinary journey can take you at Parkdean Resorts.
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