Inside the High-Stakes Search for Cornwall’s Next Top Head Chef

Hiring the right head chef is make or break for a restaurant - watch as three chefs compete for the top job at a busy Cornish seafood hotspot. In this gripping episode, hospitality expert Alex Polizzi steps in to help Amelie's, a renowned seafood restaurant in Port Leven, find their next head chef. Owner Sam Sheffield Dunstan faces the tough challenge of balancing costings, creativity, and leadership in a fiercely competitive local market. With ten restaurants now vying for attention in this picturesque fishing village, the pressure is on to find someone who can lead the kitchen, manage staff, and keep costs under control while still delivering rustic, flavor-packed dishes that keep both locals and tourists coming back. Three candidates - Barry, Paul, and Chris - each bring unique skills and personalities to the table, facing a series of tough kitchen challenges, costing tests, and intense interviews. Watch as they prepare signature lobster dishes and battle nerves to prove they have the culinary flair and business sense needed for the role. Learn what restaurant owners look for in a head chef, how cost control and menu design impact success, and the importance of building relationships with local suppliers. Plus, get insider tips on engaging the local community and using social media to boost business during slow seasons. Will passion and personality win over perfect execution? Or does culinary skill and business acumen come out on top? Find out who makes it to the final round and what it really takes to become a head chef in Cornwall's thriving restaurant scene. #CookingShow #HeadChefSearch #CornwallRestaurants #SeafoodRecipes #RestaurantManagement #AlexPolizzi #HospitalityIndustry #ChefCompetition