Perfect Recruitment

Head Chef – £40,000 per annum
Location: Leyland, Lancashire
Full Time - Permanent

Perfect Recruitment are working with a new client in the Leyland area who are looking to appoint an experienced Head Chef to take the lead in their kitchen at an established, food-led venue.
The focus is firmly on quality rather than quantity, with a small, consistent menu built around fresh, locally sourced produce and an excellent reputation for traditional, high-quality food. Sunday roasts are a particular feature of the offering.

This is an opportunity for a chef who enjoys having ownership of a kitchen, bringing ideas to the table and maintaining consistently high standards.

The Role:
•	Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
•	Lead, motivate and manage the kitchen team.
•	Manage supplier relationships, sourcing and ordering.
•	Develop and refine menus, ensuring quality, consistency and commercial awareness.
•	Oversee food preparation and service, maintaining excellent standards.
•	Drive the continued development of the food offering, including the Sunday roast menu.

The Ideal Candidate:
•	An experienced Head Chef or a strong Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
•	Passionate about fresh produce, seasonal ingredients and quality-led cooking.
•	Confident managing suppliers, stock, ordering and kitchen operations.
•	Creative and commercially minded, with the ability to develop a focused menu.
•	Takes pride in delivering consistently excellent food.

What's on Offer:
•	Salary of £40,000 per annum.
•	Full-time, 40 hours per week.
•	Two consecutive days off each week.
•	Food service between 12pm and 8pm.
•	A quality-focused environment with scope to influence the menu and kitchen operation.
•	Six-day trading week.

Start Date: Ideally ASAP.

If you're an ambitious chef looking for a role where you can take ownership, make an impact and work with quality local produce, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Perfect Recruitment or email Dave@perfect-recruitment.co.uk directly.



Head Chef

Head Chef – Care Home
£15.68 per hour | 30–40 Hours Per Week | Full-Time, Permanent

We’re recruiting for an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a well-established nursing home, providing nutritious, well-balanced meals for up to 80 residents.

This is a hands-on role combining daily food preparation, menu planning and kitchen management, with a strong focus on quality, dietary requirements and resident wellbeing. You’ll manage a small kitchen team, ensuring meals are prepared to a high standard and kitchen operations run smoothly throughout the year.

The Role
•	Plan, prepare and cook nutritious, well-balanced meals, providing three hot meals daily with two choices at each sitting.
•	Create weekly menus and order ingredients and provisions accordingly.
•	Ensure all meals are well-presented, appetising and consistently high in quality.
•	Cater for residents with special dietary requirements, allergies and modified food consistencies.
•	Lead and support a small kitchen team, including a cook and kitchen porters.
•	Organise rotas and ensure adequate kitchen cover across seven days a week, 365 days a year.
•	Maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, infection control and kitchen cleanliness.
•	Manage stock, minimise waste and ensure safe food storage and preparation.
•	Liaise with the Home Manager and work collaboratively with care staff to meet residents’ needs.
•	Report any equipment faults, hazards, accidents or incidents promptly and follow all relevant policies and procedures.

About You
•	Previous experience as a Head Chef, Chef Manager or in a similar kitchen leadership role.
•	NVQ Level 2 in Catering.
•	HACCP qualification.
•	Strong knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety and safe food handling.
•	Experience catering for special diets and modified food consistencies, ideally within a care home or healthcare setting.
•	Good organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage a small team and maintain consistent standards.
•	A caring, professional approach with a genuine commitment to residents’ wellbeing.
•	Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work a rota covering seven days a week.

Hours & Working Pattern
•	30–40 hours per week.
•	Shifts between 7:30am and 5:30pm.
•	Rota-based working across seven days a week, including weekends and bank holidays as required.

If you’re an organised, hands-on chef who takes pride in producing quality food and making a positive difference to residents’ daily lives, we’d like to hear from you.

For a confidential conversation, contact Dave Hayes at Perfect Recruitment.
Email: dave@perfect-recruitment.co.uk

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Chef de Partie – Countryside Hotel
Location: Near Newton Aycliffe, County Durham
Salary: From £13.00 per hour DOE + service charge + paid overtime
Hours: 45 hours per week
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Role
Perfect Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at a well-established countryside hotel near Newton Aycliffe.
With new kitchen leadership and an incoming Executive Chef, this is an excellent opportunity to join a team with fresh ideas, develop your skills and progress your career.
You'll work across restaurant service, hotel dining, weddings, functions and events, offering plenty of variety and the opportunity to work with fresh ingredients in a busy hotel kitchen.

What We're Looking For
•	Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, or a Commis Chef ready to step up.
•	Good fresh food preparation and cooking skills.
•	Confidence managing your own section during service.
•	A reliable, organised and positive approach.
•	Good knowledge of food hygiene, food safety and allergens.
•	A genuine passion for cooking and developing your skills.

What's on Offer?
•	From £13.00 per hour, depending on experience.
•	Additional service charge and paid overtime.
•	45 hours per week with permanent, full-time employment.
•	Staff discounts across hotels, food, drink and leisure.
•	Training, development and genuine progression opportunities.
•	Supportive kitchen leadership and varied experience across restaurant and events catering.

Apply Today
Whether you're an established Chef de Partie looking for a fresh challenge or a Commis Chef ready for the next step, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply through your preferred job board, and Perfect Recruitment will be in touch with suitable applicants.

Please note: Due to the hotel's rural location, your own transport or a reliable means of getting to work is essential. Live-in accommodation is not available.

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Chef De Partie

Chef de Partie
Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester
Salary: From £32,000 per annum + tips
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Sector: Hospitality / Catering

Perfect Recruitment are working with an established food-led venue in the Bolton area to recruit a skilled Chef de Partie to join their busy kitchen team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed chef with experience in high-volume, fresh food kitchens who takes pride in producing quality dishes and maintaining consistent standards throughout service.

Working as part of a larger brigade, you’ll be responsible for managing your section, ensuring preparation is completed efficiently and delivering well-presented food during busy service periods. We’re looking for someone who is organised, dependable and keen to establish themselves in a long-term position.

Key Responsibilities
•	Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to the required standard.
•	Taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of your section.
•	Ensuring mise en place is completed efficiently ahead of service.
•	Maintaining consistency, quality and presentation across all dishes.
•	Working closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver smooth service.
•	Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health and safety standards.
•	Ensuring correct food storage, stock rotation and portion control.
•	Keeping your section clean, organised and ready for service.

The Ideal Candidate
•	Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role.
•	A strong background in high-volume, fresh food kitchens.
•	Good organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
•	A reliable and hardworking approach.
•	A team player who communicates well with colleagues across the kitchen.
•	A consistent employment history, demonstrating commitment and longevity.
•	Reliable transport or the ability to drive is preferred due to the location.

What’s on Offer?
•	Salary from £32,000 per annum, plus tips.
•	Full-time, permanent employment.
•	The opportunity to work within an established kitchen team.
•	A busy environment focused on fresh food, quality and teamwork.
•	An opportunity to develop your skills and build a long-term career.

If you’re an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a permanent opportunity in the Bolton area, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact our consultant Dave Hayes – Dave@perfect-recruitment.co.uk

By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes under the Employment Agencies Act 1973.



Sous Chef
Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester
Salary: £37,000 per annum + tips
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Sector: Hospitality / Catering

Perfect Recruitment are working with an established food-led venue in the Bolton area to recruit an experienced Sous Chef to join their busy kitchen team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, organised and passionate chef with a strong background in high-volume, fresh food kitchens. Working as part of a larger kitchen brigade, you’ll play an important role in maintaining food quality, supporting the Head Chef and ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently during busy service periods.

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, thrives in a fast-paced environment and is keen to build a long-term future with a stable team.

Key Responsibilities
•	Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
•	Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality fresh food to consistently high standards.
•	Helping to lead, motivate and support the wider kitchen team.
•	Ensuring smooth and efficient service in a high-volume environment.
•	Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, health and safety.
•	Managing stock rotation, storage and waste control.
•	Assisting with ordering, stock control and kitchen organisation.
•	Ensuring preparation, cleanliness and service standards are consistently maintained.

The Ideal Candidate
•	Previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a strong senior kitchen role.
•	A solid background in high-volume, fresh food kitchens.
•	Organised, reliable and able to remain calm under pressure.
•	A strong team player who can support and lead colleagues effectively.
•	Consistent employment history, demonstrating commitment and longevity in previous roles.
•	A positive attitude and a genuine commitment to maintaining high standards.
•	Reliable transport or the ability to drive is preferred due to the location.

What’s on Offer?
•	Salary of £37,000 per annum, plus tips.
•	Full-time, permanent employment.
•	The opportunity to join an established kitchen team.
•	A busy, fresh food environment where organisation and teamwork are key.
•	An opportunity to develop a long-term career.

If you’re an experienced Sous Chef looking for your next permanent opportunity in the Bolton area, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact our consultant Dave Hayes – Dave@perfect-recruitment.co.uk
By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes under the Employment Agencies Act 1973.



Sous Chef

Wedding Coordinator – Sales & Events
Location: Lancashire
Salary: £32,000+ DOE + Attractive Bonus Package
Hours: Full Time – 40 hours per week
Sector: Weddings / Events / Hospitality

Are you a natural salesperson who happens to love creating unforgettable experiences?

We’re working exclusively with an award-winning, luxury wedding venue in Lancashire to recruit an ambitious and personable Wedding Coordinator to join their sales team.

This is not a traditional wedding planner role.
At its heart, this is a sales position. You’ll be responsible for turning wedding enquiries into confirmed bookings, building relationships with couples, conducting venue viewings and proactively following up opportunities to maximise conversion and revenue.

Once the booking is secured, you’ll then become the couple’s trusted point of contact throughout their planning journey, ensuring every detail is captured and communicated seamlessly to the operational team ahead of the big day.

If you’re confident picking up the phone, enjoy working towards targets and genuinely love the thrill of converting an opportunity into a sale, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.
The Role
You’ll take ownership of the full customer journey — from that very first enquiry through to the handover to the team delivering the wedding itself.

Your key responsibilities will include:
•	Converting wedding enquiries and viewings into confirmed bookings.
•	Consistently working towards and exceeding agreed sales and conversion targets.
•	Responding quickly and professionally to new enquiries.
•	Proactively following up prospective couples by telephone, email and other communication channels.
•	Conducting engaging and persuasive venue viewings.
•	Building genuine rapport and understanding what matters most to each couple.
•	Managing a strong sales pipeline and ensuring opportunities are never lost through lack of follow-up.
•	Maximising revenue through appropriate upgrades, additional services, bedrooms and other opportunities.
•	Developing a strong knowledge of packages, pricing and availability and using this effectively throughout the sales process.
•	Managing contracts, deposits and subsequent payments accurately.
•	Taking ownership of your portfolio of couples once they have booked.
•	Building trusted relationships with couples, often over a period of several years.
•	Organising and conducting wedding planning meetings and menu tastings.
•	Keeping accurate records of decisions, requirements and final details.
•	Ensuring all wedding information is completed, confirmed and signed off within agreed timescales.
•	Ensuring guest numbers, accommodation, seating plans, timings, menus and other key details are accurately recorded.
•	Providing a comprehensive handover to the operational team responsible for delivering the wedding day.

This is a sales role first.
We’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys selling.
You might love weddings. You might be exceptionally organised. You might deliver outstanding customer service.
But if you're uncomfortable picking up the phone, following up an enquiry, handling objections or confidently asking someone for their business, this probably isn't the role for you.
Successful selling here isn't about simply telling couples what the venue offers.
It's about asking the right questions, listening carefully, understanding what is important to them and demonstrating why this is the right venue for one of the most important days of their lives.

About You
You’ll be confident, personable and commercially minded, with the ability to build genuine relationships quickly.
We’re looking for someone who:
•	Has a natural sales instinct and enjoys working towards targets.
•	Is confident communicating by telephone, email and face-to-face.
•	Can build rapport quickly and establish trust with customers.
•	Is comfortable in a target-driven environment.
•	Is proactive and won't wait for opportunities to come to them.
•	Has excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•	Is articulate, professional and personable.
•	Is highly organised and capable of managing multiple enquiries and couples simultaneously.
•	Has exceptional attention to detail.
•	Takes ownership and follows tasks through to completion.
•	Can confidently manage conversations, objections and commercial negotiations.
•	Works collaboratively with colleagues across different departments.
•	Takes genuine pride in delivering an outstanding customer experience.

Previous experience in wedding sales, hospitality sales, events, venue sales, hotel sales, conference & events or another consultative sales environment would be highly advantageous.
We're equally interested in strong sales professionals from outside the wedding and hospitality sector who can demonstrate the right commercial mindset, personality and relationship-building skills.

What's On Offer?
•	£32,000+ salary, depending on experience.
•	Attractive bonus package linked to performance.
•	The opportunity to join an established, award-winning wedding venue.
•	A genuinely relationship-led role where you can make a significant impact on the customer journey.
•	The opportunity to manage your own portfolio of couples from initial booking through to their wedding.
•	A role combining sales, relationship management and events.
•	A supportive team environment with an established operational team delivering the wedding day.
•	The chance to build a long-term career within a highly regarded events business.

Ready to make your mark?

If you're a confident salesperson who loves building relationships, thrives on converting opportunities and enjoys working in a fast-paced, premium customer environment, we'd love to hear from you.

By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes under the Employment Agencies Act 1973.
