Why work as a chef at Parkdean Resorts?
Our chefs love the energy of our kitchens and the satisfaction of creating great food. Here’s why you’ll enjoy working here:
Your career, your way
We’ll help you develop your skills and boost your career across our parks. We’re big on training and apprenticeships, and you’ll have the chance to grow with us.
Work-life balance
Forget the desk-bound 9 to 5. Enjoy the buzzing holiday park industry with opportunities for growth and a team where you’ll feel like you belong.
Pockets full of perks
Our team members get up to 50% off holidays with us. You also get 30% off food, drinks, and activities. And you can give five friends and family members 25% off their bookings each year.
Chef roles and career opportunities
Kitchen Assistant
Help our kitchen team behind the scenes. You’ll wash and prepare food, unload supplies, check expiry dates, and keep the kitchen clean. You’ll be a key part of making sure everything runs smoothly.
Kitchen assistant jobs
Commis Chef
Join our kitchen team and learn the ropes. You’ll help the Head Chef, cook dishes to spec, manage prep, and keep track of wastage.No experience? No worries, we'll teach you what you need to know.
Commis chef jobs
Chef De Partie
Be a creative, hands-on chef. You’ll work with the Head and Sous Chef to run a smooth kitchen, help train the team, and make sure food is high quality and within budget.
Chef de Partie Jobs
Sous Chef
As a sous chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef and manage kitchen operations. You’ll inspire the team, create amazing food, handle health and safety, manage stock, and develop menus. This is your chance to shine and lead.
Sous Chef Jobs
Head Chef
Run a busy kitchen, craft delicious dishes, and lead your team. You’ll manage stock and budgets, develop exciting menus, and make sure everything runs smoothly and profitably. You'll make a real impact on our guests' dining experiences.
Head Chef JobsSalary
Salary: £35321.00
Location
Trecco Bay, Porthcawl
Contract Type
Established
Department
Food and Beverage
Location
Trecco Bay
Description
Are you a creative, hands-on chef who loves motivating a team and delivering amazing food? We’re looking for a Sous Chef to join our vibrant kitchen team at Parkdean Resorts. In this role, you’ll w
Reference
18024
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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Salary
Salary: £33691.00
Location
Lizard Point, Ruan Minor, Helston
Contract Type
Established
Department
Food and Beverage
Location
Lizard Point
Description
Are you a creative, hands-on chef who loves motivating a team and delivering amazing food? We’re looking for a Sous Chef to join our vibrant kitchen team at Parkdean Resorts. In this role, you’ll w
Reference
17958
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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Salary
Salary: £38028.00
Location
Grannies Heilan' Hame, Embo, Dornoch
Contract Type
Established
Department
Food and Beverage
Location
Grannies Heilan' Hame
Description
Head Chef - £38,028 - Accommodation available. Grannies Heilan' Hame Holiday Park - Christmas & New Year off Join our kitchen team as Head Chef for a career with a little more sizzle! Are you a pass
Reference
17628
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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Salary
Salary: £34778.00
Location
White Cross Bay, Ambleside Road, Windermere
Contract Type
Established
Department
Food and Beverage
Location
White Cross Bay
Description
Are you a creative, hands-on chef who loves motivating a team and delivering amazing food? We’re looking for a Sous Chef to join our vibrant kitchen team at Parkdean Resorts. In this role, you’ll w
Reference
17678
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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Salary
Hourly Rate: £13.82
Location
Camber Sands, New Lydd Road, Rye
Contract Type
Seasonal
Department
Food and Beverage
Location
Camber Sands
Description
Join our kitchen team as a Commis Chef for a career with a little more sizzle! Nothing beats good team camaraderie and the buzz of a busy shift, and our kitchen teams enjoy both in spades. No experi
Reference
17037
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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Salary
Salary: £30974.00
Location
Lizard Point, Ruan Minor, Helston
Contract Type
Established
Department
Food and Beverage
Location
Lizard Point
Description
Are you a creative, hands-on chef who loves motivating a team and delivering amazing food? We’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join our vibrant kitchen team at Parkdean Resorts. In this role, you
Reference
17959
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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Teaser
Chef LifeContent Type
BlogPublish date
07/27/2025
Summary
“Working at Parkdean Resorts is a laugh. You are with friends and family on the front line, pushing each other to be better. It’s great to watch people fall in love with the job and come back eve
Teaser
Parkdean LifeContent Type
BlogPublish date
03/10/2025
Summary
We’re all about showing off authentic stories from our jobs at Parkdean Resorts. We know that spotlighting our epic Parkdeaners and our variety of roles can help you make an informed decision abo