Head Chef – Hands-On Wedding Kitchen

Tuscany
• Seasonal
• On-site

Where: Castello di Ristonchi, Tuscany, Pelago

To apply send your resume and a short bio about yourself to

We are looking for a hands-on, grounded Head Chef to join us for the wedding season at our castle in Tuscany.

Our kitchen is not about fine-dining prestige or hotel-style hierarchy. It's about cooking honest food well, working closely as a team, and creating warm, meaningful experiences for couples and their guests over three-day wedding celebrations.

Who We Are

We are a values-driven castle that combines hospitality with mindfulness, communication, and personal growth.

Each season, we host internal workshops for staff focusing on mindfulness, community, communication, and teamwork, and we aim to create a work environment that feels supportive, respectful, and human — even during busy wedding days.

The Role

You will lead the kitchen during our structured 3-day wedding experience:

• Pizza night (including teaching guests in a relaxed, welcoming way)
• Panini lunch & wedding dinner
• BBQ & pasta night (teaching pasta)

Your role is hands-on and present. You will:

• Cook and lead during all services
• Guide and support a small kitchen team
• Make food orders and plan prep
• Keep track of food waste and efficiency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and calm kitchen
• Communicate clearly with events, bar, cleaning, and farm teams

The wedding menu is already in place.

You're welcome to adjust and improve it — or continue with last season's menu if you prefer.

Who This Role Tends to Suit

This role often suits chefs who:

• Enjoy being present in the kitchen rather than behind a desk
• Appreciate structure and clarity
• Value teamwork, communication, and a calm working rhythm
• Are interested in personal growth and mindful ways of working
• Like seasonal work and community-style living

This Role Might Not Be the Right Fit If…

• You are looking for a high-salary, luxury hotel or fine-dining position
• You prefer large teams, formal hierarchies, or corporate structures
• You want full creative control
• Teaching guests or working closely with other departments doesn't appeal to you

We believe clarity creates better matches — for everyone involved.

Our Values

We place great importance on:

• Respectful communication
• Calm leadership under pressure
• Responsibility without ego
• Pride in your craft
• Supporting one another as a team

What We Offer

• A seasonal Head Chef position in a unique Tuscan castle setting
• Accommodation can be provided
• A supportive, value-driven environment
• Internal workshops focused on mindfulness, movement, and communication
• A kitchen with clear structure and realistic expectations

Details:

40 hours a week, two days off

Accommodation can be provided

English is a must, Italian not required but highly desirable

Must hold valid work visa or EU passport

Final Note

We care more about fit, attitude, and presence than long CVs or prestigious titles.

If this way of working resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your resume and a short bio about yourself to

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From €2,200.00 per month

Work Location: In person