Working with The Chef Tree in South wales
The stunning region of South Wales lies west of the busy Bristol Channel and it boasts a fantastic mix of big cities, unspoilt coastlines and jaw-dropping mountains. South Wales is home to the historic Welsh capital of Cardiff, and other dynamic cities such as Swansea and Newport. Most of the population of Wales lives in this part of the region.
Once the centre of the coal and iron mining industries, South Wales has moved away from its heavy industrial past and has embraced urban rejuvenation, tourism and hospitality. It has welcomed many multinational investments in recent years. Television and film sectors have become a major industry in South Wales with dedicated film production studios putting down roots here. One such example is the production studio for the popular Dr Who series in Nantgarw, near Pontypridd.
The South Wales coastline boasts some of the most stunning beaches in the UK. Slightly off the beaten track, the uninterrupted white sands of Pembrokeshire are a haven for holidaymakers and the region is currently enjoying a bit of a tourism renaissance.
The Gower Peninsula and Wye Valley, both Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, are magnets for visitors from all around the world. Heading inland, the majestic Brecon Beacons National Park looms proudly over South Wales and it is home to one of England’s highest peaks, the awe-inspiring Pen-y-Fan.
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When it comes to dining out in South Wales, Cardiff and Newport are flying the flag for inner-city trailblazing eateries. However, moving away into the countryside and towards the coastline, the region is packed full of culinary gems from cosy cafes to artisan ice cream parlous, traditional pubs, fine dining restaurants and charming little fishing villages serving up the freshest fish and chips for miles around.
Today, South Wales is home to a wide range of independent entrepreneurs who are redrawing the culinary scene across the region and producing some exceptional food experiences.
Due to the rejuvenation of the tourism and hospitality industries, there is currently an abundance of chef jobs South Wales has to offer.
The job market is brimming with full-time and part-time opportunities from a career as a head chef, to ambitious commis chefs joining an established kitchen team, to passionate sous chef positions, chef de parties, assistant chef roles and even opportunities to become part of an exciting front-of-house team welcoming diners to sample the region’s best produce.
Whether you are looking for an exciting opportunity in the catering industry or want to join a forward-looking team in the hospitality industry to further develop your passion, we at The Chef Tree have done the search for you and we are bringing you the latest job alert notifications in South Wales.
South Wales Food Scene
The quality of food produced in South Wales is second to none. The moderate wet climate produces lush green grass, which is ideal for rearing Welsh lamb and beef but also great for producing outstanding cheeses and dairy products.
Wales on the whole is rapidly gaining an international reputation for producing high-quality, innovative foods and drinks with a firm onus on sustainability, identity and locality. Welsh lamb, beef, dairy and high-grade Welsh seafood are only a handful of products that are sought after by many high-end restaurants around the UK and worldwide.
South Wales Food Hub Areas
There are a number of excellent foodie hotspots in South Wales offering an incredible array of fresh food. Whether it’s a hearty breakfast you are after or meeting friends for dinner, there is no shortage of dazzling food locations in this beautiful land.
From innovative cafes to award-winning gastro pubs and high-end hotels and restaurants offering exceptional food experiences, to family-run ice cream parlours, and Indian and Asian eateries, South Wales has it all.
Cardiff city centre offers simple and sophisticated dining experiences together with more traditional and exotic cuisines, but diners don’t have to venture far into the countryside to find some real gems that champion top-quality local produce.
Tenby in Pembrokeshire
The colourful harbour of Tenby oozes a certain ‘olde-worlde’ charm and nostalgia and visitors feel like they have stepped back into simpler and gentler times. Tenby has been an unwavering Welsh holiday favourite for decades and it is a must-visit spot on the stunning Pembrokeshire coastline.
Tenby has a welcoming atmosphere and it is filled with fantastic eateries offering tantalising dishes. One firm favourite is Fecci’s Ice Cream Parlour (SA70 7JB), which has been serving ice cream here since the 1930s and its delicious recipes are closely guarded.
Barry Island
Barry Island, which is actually a peninsula, owes much of its reputation to the famous TV hit series Gavin & Stacey. Known for its colourful promenade and seaside entertainment, pleasure beaches and arcades, Barry is a favourite seaside getaway for many locals.
Much of the food scene on Barry is a fresh, simple and honest affair sourced and caught locally. The 14th-century thatched roof Blue Anchor Inn (CF62 3DD) for example serves award-winning food and locally brewed real ales and has even been listed in the ‘Best Pubs in Wales’ guide.
Working for The Chef Tree is completely different from being a full-time chef. You choose the hours you want to do, fill in your portal, and everything is arranged around that.
Chef Jobs
Working for The Chef Tree is completely different from being a full-time chef. You choose the hours you want to do, fill in your portal, and everything is arranged around that.
Food Festivals in South Wales
The Welsh coast and countryside have much to celebrate and shout about and it is no wonder that the calendar is dotted full of foodie events, some of which are open every week.
Cardiff Riverside Market
Recognised as one of the best farmers’ markets in the whole of the UK, Cardiff Riverside Market (CF11 6AN) is a weekly fix in the South Wales foodie calendar.
Launched in 1998 by local food enthusiasts, this popular market is a foodie paradise. Showcasing magnificent local produce, the items on offer include everything from jams and preserves to artisan bread, pastries, locally produced cheese and butter, organic fruits and vegetables, locally reared meats, craft beers and wines.
Bite
Cardiff is not short of markets and food festivals but Bite is the new kid on the block when it comes to summer food events. The aim of this foodie event is to encourage discussion around locally grown and sourced produce and to introduce local farmers and producers to shoppers. Delicious dishes are prepared and served by over 40 skilled chefs with the aim to inspire a new generation of foodies and putting Welsh food firmly on the map.
The Big Cheese
Taking place in the birth town of the famous local Caerphilly cheese, The Big Cheese is a fun weekend that happens every September in Caerphilly. Not only does the festival celebrate a myriad of fantastic local cheeses and cheese producers, but it is also a fun weekend packed full of food stalls, street food areas, and live cookery demonstrations, and it even features some exciting medieval activities to enjoy.
How The Chef Tree Helps South Wales
The Chef Tree has over ten years of experience in placing great chefs in venues around the South West of England. As the region’s trusted chef agency, we pride ourselves on our fantastic working culture, and reputation for courtesy, excellence and efficiency.
Our chefs are always presentable, they arrive in a timely manner and they have vast catering experience to join any busy kitchen environment to help with menu planning, food preparation and cooking to the highest standard.
The Chef Tree approaches each venue with the same discipline and dedication whether the job requires a head chef, a sous chef, a kitchen manager, a chef de partie or a kitchen assistant to ensure that customers are always satisfied.
We have a dedicated office team who provides basic training in kitchen leadership roles, essential kitchen duties, food safety and hygiene standards ensuring that our chefs are always prepared to create dishes and follow recipes even under heavy pressure.
Is South Wales famous for any food or drink?
South Wales and the surrounding countrysides are a foodie paradise and the local produce is outstanding.
Some foods typical of the area include the famous Glamorgan sausages, crempog pancakes, hearty cawl, a type of hot pot, delicious cakes such as Bara Brith and Teisen Lap, or plate cake, which was a favourite miners’ lunch staple.
South Wales is also famous for a wide variety of outstanding local artisan cheeses such as the ones produced on Caerfai Farm (SA62 6QS) in Pembrokeshire, and locally brewed beers and wines.
I like working for The Chef Tree because of the freedom and the flexibility
You get to go to different venues, you’re not stuck in the same job endlessly, not boring. You don’t have to go back when you don’t like somewhere and there is a variety of jobs.
Working for The Chef Tree is completely different from being a full-time chef
You choose the hours you want to do, fill in your portal, and everything is
arranged around that
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