Kitchen / Chef of the Wild

Join the adventure at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm as one of our Chefs of the Wild, creating high quality food for our Food Barn, Farm Shop, and bespoke catering events – from daytime conferences to exclusive evening functions, (while these events are occasional, we’re looking to develop and expand this offering).

What you could be doing:

•  Cook fresh, delicious food in a fast-paced environment.
• Play a key role in our growing, dynamic kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Deliver creative, high-quality menus for daily service and special catering events.
• Maintain top-tier food hygiene, stock control, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop and refine menus.

 What we are looking for:

• Reliable and skilled chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Experience in high-volume catering and event menus.
• Ability to take direction well and work efficiently as part of a collaborative kitchen team.
• Food Hygiene Certification and relevant Chef qualifications.
• Bakery skills would be a great plus!

If you’re ready to bring bold flavors to the wild and help grow our bespoke catering events, we’d love to hear from you.

Work Pattern:

This is a full-time position, working 5 days a week, Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm.

Evening functions and some weekend work may be requested for special events and holiday cover.

Salary:

Depending on age and experience, salary could range from £10.00 - £12.30 per hour.

To apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter via email to careers@noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk please make your subject headings of emails ‘Chef Application’

In your cover letter, please explain your relevant experience and how you best match what we’re looking for.

Closing date for applications: 31st March 2025