Chef Positions

Chef Positions

"Hospitality expert, padel tennis enthusiast"

You bring your expertise, enthusiasms, and curiosities; and we’ll provide you with a space to play.

We are now recruiting for a number of extra Chef positions in our Kitchen Team.

Mad Swans is looking for a number of Chef’s to join our budding team. We are a brand-new opening, so you’ll be the first person to step into these shoes and shape this brand-new role based at our second site: Mad Swans in the South Downs.

Although these are full-time positions, we will consider candidates who would like to work part time.

Mad Swans in the South Downs is located in Blacknest near to Farnham & Alton.

Full Address: Frith End Road, Blacknest, Hampshire, GU34 4QL

Find out more about Mad Swans and what The Times had to say about our first opening at Mad Swans in the Mendips:

We are serious about cooking and will be making fresh pasta, homemade ice cream and fresh pastries and bread in our in-house bakery. As we are a new opening, we will have three brand new kitchens along with all new kitchen equipment in order for the team to deliver excellent food.

What we do

We are experts in our field, committed to creating boundary-pushing social spaces that spark meaningful connections through play in nature.

Mad Swans is a countryside hangout for mavericks. The unruly. The friendship groups you wish you were in. The families you want to hang out with. For evenings that go on forever. And weekends that become folklore. Come for a good time. Come for a long time. Come for a breath of fresh air. Whoever you are. Come as you are.

Social play spanning Padel Tennis, Pickleball, Darts, Shuffleboard and Golf gives guests the chance to explore one game or sample them all, across a few hours, a day, or a long weekend. We’re all about great food, which is why we’ve teamed up with experts in their field to create two distinct dining experiences and endless ways to enjoy them. The Potting Shed proudly boasts a menu of refreshing takes on Brasserie classics while, in The Hangout, the focus is on shareable plates with no compromise on flavour. But wherever guests find themselves, from course to court, the meadow to the orchard, they’re never far from a plate of something delicious to satisfy any craving. And, for evenings that go on forever, an Eco Cabin for the night is only a starlit walk through the wilderness away.

What we can do for you

We understand that there’s more to life than work, which is why our roles are designed to allow exploration, from long-time passions to brand-new intrigues.

We believe that to be interested is to be interesting – that means industry-leading training within and outside of your specified job role. If you have a question, we want to provide you with the tools to answer it. As we make our start in the world, our team need to be able to wear a few different hats, which we treat as an opportunity, allowing you to take considered detours into topics of interest, in the pursuit of a broader, richer perspective.

And out of hours, our guests’ playground is yours too. Enjoy the wide variety of green spaces, and the games they host, at an exclusive rate. You’ll have the opportunity to get involved in all things Mad Swans, from padel lessons to cocktail workshops, after all, we want you to be as excited by our product as we are.

What there is to it

The key duties and responsibilities of these roles will include:

• Preparing and cooking delicious food options and dishes

• Follow approved and agreed recipes and cookbooks in line with our menus

• Process food orders using Procure Wizard

• Checking best before dates and stock rotation to reduce wastage

• Adhering to food hygiene standards

• Cleaning the kitchen to a high standard

• Supporting with Pot Wash as and when required

These are full-time permanent positions and will work any five days out of seven. Salary levels will vary by role and in line with experience.

Location – this is an onsite role and will be located at Mad Swans in the South Downs, Frith End Road, Blacknest, Hampshire, GU34 4QL.

Working Hours – shift times will vary throughout the week; however, the regular operational times will be from 6.00 am to 11.00pm. There will be a mix of straight and split shifts, depending on the role.

Working Days – this role will work any five days out of seven and will involve working on weekends on a regular basis. Working hours will vary in line with the operating calendar and needs of the business.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for Chef’s who are:

· Experienced with a genuine passion for food, creativity and high standards

· Able to multi-task and work under pressure

· Committed to both Health & Safety and Food Hygiene Safety Standards

· Passionate about delivering a delicious menu and food offering

· Excited about being part of a new team and a new opening

· Excellent team players

· Flexible and happy to help and support in different sections

· Punctual and reliable

· Comfortable working in a very fast paced environment

Please note, you must be eligible to work in the UK as we are unable to sponsor any work permits or visas.

What is in it for you

· Tips & Service Charge

· Free Parking

· Free Employee Meal whilst on shift

· Wage Stream – access your pay for hours worked before pay day

· Employee Discounts on Food, Sports, Activities, Cabins and in the Retail Shop

· Reward & Recognition Initiatives

· Team Social & Well-being Activities & Events

· Employee Referral Scheme Bonus

· Mad Swans Water Bottle

· Mad Swans Hoodie

· Plant your own tree at Mad Swans

How to Apply

If you believe you have what it takes to come on-board and would like to be part of something new and exciting, we would love to hear from you. Please simply apply by hitting the apply button.

Recruitment Agencies

We are not working with any recruitment agencies at this time. As such, we do not accept any speculative CV’s and/or candidate profiles and are, therefore, unable to consider these.