Senior Line Chef

Senior Line Chef
Cheddar Woods Resort | Permanent | 40 Hours
We're looking for a Senior Line Chef to join us at Cheddar Woods Resort, helping to deliver great food and memorable dining experiences for our guests.
Working alongside the Head Chef, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting service, maintaining high standards, and helping the team during our busiest periods.
If you're passionate about good food, enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen, and are looking to build your career with a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
This is a permanent role working 40 hours per week across five shifts, including afternoons, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
What you'll be doing
Preparing and serving high-quality dishes.
Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards.
Assisting with stock control, deliveries, and ordering.
Helping with menu preparation and presentation.
Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and running efficiently.
Supporting the wider kitchen team to deliver excellent guest experiences.
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who:
Has previous experience in a similar kitchen role.
Holds a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
Enjoys working in a busy kitchen environment.
Works well as part of a team.
Has a positive attitude and takes pride in producing quality food.
Is organised, reliable, and calm under pressure.
Ideally has their own transport due to the resort's location.
Why join us?
At Darwin Escapes, we know our people make the difference. In return for your hard work, you'll receive:
Heavily discounted holidays across our resorts.
Discounts on food and spa treatments.
Free use of many resort facilities.
MediCash Health Plan.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Ongoing training and development.
Career progression opportunities.
Discounted gym memberships.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Option to buy and sell annual leave.
(Some benefits are subject to terms and conditions.)
About this role
About Cheddar Woods Resort
Nestled in the beautiful Somerset countryside, close to the iconic Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar Woods Resort offers luxury lodge accommodation, excellent leisure facilities, and a welcoming atmosphere for guests and team members alike. With a busy restaurant and a supportive team environment, it's a fantastic place to develop your hospitality career while delivering memorable dining experiences in a stunning location.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Right to work





