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Do you believe in the power of good food?

At Parkdean Resorts, we believe in the power of good food to bring smiles and create lasting memories.

Our Head Chefs thrive in an environment filled with camaraderie, teamwork, and the exhilarating buzz of a bustling kitchen, Join our kitchen teams and watch your career flourish amidst the backdrop of stunning holiday destinations.

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Being a Head chef at Parkdean

Hey there, Chef! So, picture this: you're at the helm of the kitchen at Parkdean Resorts, making sure everything runs like a well-oiled machine. Your main gig? Knocking the socks off our guests with top-notch grub that goes above and beyond. That means not only leading your kitchen crew like a champ but also keeping tabs on all the nitty-gritty stuff like food logs, safety checks, keeping the pantry stocked, and getting the team up to speed.

But hey, it's not all serious business! You're also the eyes and ears for anything wonky in our systems or services, and safety? That's non-negotiable. We're all about looking out for each other, whether it's our team, guests, or anyone else swinging by.

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Now, let's talk vibes. We're all about building a team that feels more like family. That means you're not just the boss but also the captain, coach, and mentor all rolled into one. And when the heat's on (literally and figuratively), you thrive, whipping up culinary delights like it's nobody's business. Because at the end of the day, it's all about wowing our customers and making sure they leave with smiles plastered on their faces.

Find out more about life as a head chef at Parkdean

The benefits of being a head chef at Parkdean


 Qualifications

You can opt in to study and attain your Production Chef Level 5+ qualification, completely on us! See your career skyrocket!


Work-life balance

Head Chefs at Parkdean Resorts are all on 40-hour contracts and can enjoy having the Christmas period off work and a better work-life balance.


Pockets full of perks

The people of Parkdean all receive up to 50% off holidays with us, plus 30% off food, drinks and activities and five 25% off friends and family bookings per year.



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