We are looking for an ambitious, people-focused team player to be an integral part of our leadership team in Knoll Beach Café in Studland.

The Hours: Average of 37.5 hours per week with flexibility needed during peak periods. Unlike most Hospitality jobs there are No Evenings & No Split Shift work required.

The Salary: £27,000 per year

Duration: Permanent.

The long term opportunity and future potential for the successful person here is exciting due to internal ambitious plans.

A note from Rich (F&B Manager): ‘’We have an energetic and hardworking team here at Knoll Beach Café. We’re looking for a like minded Head Chef to lead our experienced kitchen team and help take our offer to the next level. They’ll be leading our experienced and enthusiastic kitchen team to deliver a variety of dishes with the ability to add locally influenced food.

The National Trust are looking to improve the food and drink offer over the coming months and years so if you join us now as a Head Chef you’ll play a vital role in that. Studland and the Isle of Purbeck is steeped in history, but the focus is very much on the future and this is an opportunity to get on board from the beginning. I joined the organisation recently from a national pub chain and it’s really refreshing to be able to go home to my family every evening, with realistic working hours and contribute to something that means so much to so many people.’’ 

Due to the location of our property, there is very limited public transport access and therefore we would encourage you to consider how you would commute here prior to applying.

What you'll be doing

Working with the Food & Beverage Management team you'll use your creativity to develop delicious menus, using local produce where available, that adapt to the seasons, to delight visitors with our spirit of place and provide great value for money. You’ll be constantly seeking and developing new income opportunities, working to achieve financial targets and increase margins by minimising waste and controlling costs and resources.

Through effective people management and leadership, and with the National Trust ethos at the forefront of your mind, you’ll motivate the team of staff and volunteers to strive for a culture of exceptional service and make it a great place to work.

Please also read the full role profile, attached to this advert.

Who we're looking for

You need to be;

•An inspirational leader, creative and proactive

•An experienced people manager including setting personal objectives and providing feedback

•Qualified in food preparation and cooking to City & Guilds or NVQ L3 or equivalent

The package

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

Wherever you’re from, and whatever your background, we want to hear from you – and it doesn’t matter if you’re jam first, cream first, or even if you don’t like scones at all. Everyone is welcome.

Benefits for working at the National Trust include:

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Free parking at most locations

• Free entry to our properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary