At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious BBQ dishes and ensure top-notch food hygiene standards.
- Company: Seal Bay Resort, a vibrant beachfront holiday destination in Selsey.
- Benefits: 25% off food, free gym membership, and epic team parties.
- Other info: Live-in options available; seasonal role with flexible contract end dates.
- Why this job: Join a fun team and make unforgettable memories for guests.
- Qualifications: Chef experience and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
Seal Bay Resort in Selsey is one of the UK's leading holiday parks! Located on the seafront of the South Coast, we offer a friendly working environment, great team culture, and the opportunity to build a rewarding career in hospitality and leisure. Seal Bay Resort, part of the Cove UK family, is a vibrant beachfront holiday destination in Selsey, West Sussex. We offer an exciting mix of caravans, lodges, glamping, camping and holiday houses, alongside a fantastic range of entertainment, activities and food & drink venues that keep our guests coming back year after year. Life at Seal Bay is all about fun, teamwork and creating unforgettable moments.
As part of our Retail Team, you’ll enjoy a lively, customer‑focused role where every day brings something new. You’ll play a key part in delivering brilliant service, sharing holiday smiles, and helping our guests make memories that last a lifetime.
Chef - Smokey's BBQ Kitchen Key Responsibilities:
- Reporting into the Head Chef / Sous Chef
- Role model the company values and behaviours at all times: Hospitality, Passion, Trustworthiness, Excellence, Stewardship, Kindness
- Have a passion for producing food to the highest standard
- The ability to follow food specifications
- To work adhering to all Food Safety and Policy Standards
- Be motivated to ensure our food and hygiene standards are consistently high
- Assisting in the preparation of menu dishes
- Maintaining high standards of hygiene
- Preparation
- Measuring dish ingredients and portion sizes accurately
- Deal with deliveries and stock rotation
Experience/Skills Required:
- Chef experience
- Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
- Has a “can do” attitude
- Enjoy being part of a team
Seasonal Role, must be able to work weekends, holidays and some evenings. Live in available with this role - Contract end dates vary between 7th September & 2nd November 2026.
Perks and benefits you can expect when you work at Seal Bay Resort:
- 25% off food & drink across the resort
- Generous friends and family holiday discounts
- Free use of our swimming pools
- Free gym membership
- Epic team parties & socials
- Great incentives and rewards
- An amazing team community – friendly, supportive and fun
- Enjoy our LIVE entertainment – including wrestling, pantos, top bands and headline acts
- Employee discounts across the resort
- Health & wellbeing programme to support you on and off the job
- Referral programme – bring your friends and get rewarded
- And many more
As a Disability Level 2 Confident Employer we welcome applications from people of all abilities, including those living with visible and non‑visible disabilities. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and will work with you to accommodate your needs throughout the recruitment process and on the job.
Smokey's BBQ Kitchen Chef - Live In Available in Selsey employer: Cove Communities
Seal Bay Resort in Selsey is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and supportive work culture where team members can thrive in the hospitality and leisure industry. With flexible working hours, competitive pay, and numerous employee benefits such as discounts on food and drink, free gym membership, and opportunities for skill development, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests. Join us at our stunning seafront location and enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment that values inclusivity and personal growth.
