Chefs

Vacancy:
Chefs of all levels (3+ years experience required) – The Royal Hotel, Ventnor

The Royal Hotel is seeking chefs, Commis to Sous, to join our talented kitchen team at the Island’s premier 4 Silver Star luxury hotel. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled chef to work in a dynamic and structured kitchen, preparing exciting dishes for our 2 AA Rosette standard.

The Geranium Restaurant at The Royal Hotel has proudly held 2 AA Rosettes for over 30 years. The restaurant has also won a Beautiful South Restaurant of the Year Award for 4 consecutive years and has recently been nominated for a Visit England Award. Our dishes are highly praised by critics, including a 5-star rating from Matt and Cat’s Eating Out Guide.

Geranium has also been a hub of development for talented chefs such as Sarah Hayward, who began her career with us before winning the Michelin Young Chef of the Year Award in 2023, now Head Chef of 2 Michelin Starred, Hand & Flowers.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a willingness to learn and hone their culinary skills using some of the best ingredients. We have a proven track record of developing a chef’s skills and abilities. We will expand your food knowledge and teach you a wide range of skills which will set you on your way in this industry.

Please note the ideal candidate will have 3 or more years experience as a chef/in a kitchen based role.

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes using the finest seasonal and locally sourced produce.
• Execute high-quality banquets and weddings for up to 150 guests.
• Assist the Head Chef, Jacob Gough, in developing seasonal menus and dishes.
• Ensure you and your team uphold the highest standards of food hygiene and sanitation regulations.
• Work five days out of seven, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

At The Royal Hotel, we pride ourselves on creating a dynamic, engaging, and supportive work environment, where chefs are encouraged to thrive and develop. Our team describes the kitchen as “exciting, structured, and upbeat.” In return for your talent and dedication, we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Shared monthly tips
• 28 days holiday per year
• Nest Pension Scheme
• A full training plan and induction
• Staff loyalty discount card
• Annual birthday meal voucher
• Discounted car ferry travel

Please note:

We do not currently offer live-in arrangements. Permanent positions are dependent on a successful probation period.

If you are passionate about food and eager to progress in your culinary career at The Royal Hotel, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of our award-winning team! Please apply with a CV and cover letter to Head Chef Jacob Gough at  Note that applications without CV and cover letter may not be considered, and applications may be assumed unsuccessful if no contact is made a week beyond the adverts closing date.