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Heckfield Place is a lovingly restored Georgian home set within 400 acres of Hampshire countryside, just an hour from London. At the heart of Heckfield lies a deep commitment to working in harmony with the land. Our organic Home Farm and biodynamic Market Garden provide an extraordinary variety of hyper-seasonal produce that forms the foundation of our kitchens. Chefs work closely with our growers, drawing inspiration from the farm and translating what is thriving into dishes that celebrate ingredients at their peak. Guided by Culinary Director Eleanor Henson who continues to define the creative direction of savoury food across all restaurants, ensuring alignment with Skye’s culinary vision for the food offering at Heckfield Place and across the group. We are seeking a Head Chef for Marle – the restaurant at Heckfield Place serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as overseeing the House menu for in-room dining. This role is central to shaping the daily guest experience, with menus that evolve in step with the garden and the seasons.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of Marle, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, as well as the House menu for in-room dining
Collaborate with the Culinary Director and the Executive Chef to maintain Heckfield’s culinary vision, ethos, and excellence
Develop, mentor, and inspire junior chefs, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and respect for produce
Ensure high standards of consistency, care, and attention to detail across every service
Demonstrate flexibility, creativity, and professionalism in managing daily operations and adapting menus to reflect the ever-changing seasons
Maintain a schedule that accommodates evening and weekend shifts
Represent the ethos of Heckfield Place with pride, confidence, and authenticity
Requirements:
Lead and manage day-to-day operations of Marle
Collaborate with Culinary Director and Executive Chef to maintain culinary vision
Develop, mentor, and inspire junior chefs
Ensure high standards of consistency, care, and attention to detail
Demonstrate flexibility, creativity, and professionalism in managing daily operations and adapting menus
Maintain a schedule that accommodates evening and weekend shifts
Represent the ethos of Heckfield Place with pride, confidence, and authenticity
What we offer:
Tronc (Allocation for 2024 was £7,800+ per annum / per person based on full-time hours)
Life assurance scheme (from day one, covering up to 2x your annual salary)
Company sick pay
Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
Increased holiday allowance
Vitality healthcare cover
Employee assistance programme
50% F&B discount when dining in our restaurants
50% discount on Wildsmith Skin products
Heckfield Plus – online discounts
Recruit a Friend bonus (£1000)
Monthly employee recognition scheme
Annual employee parties
Free staff meals
Daily briefings with the team, including food tasting – opportunities to work with the Home Farm