We are looking for someone to join our tearoom/cafe, as a head chef. The roll would be full time and include alternative weekends as part of a rota of one weekend on and one off. Hours of work are daytime, during garden centre hours.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the kitchen and food preparation
• Create and develop menus that align with the restaurant’s culinary concept
• Manage and train kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers
• Ensure food quality and presentation meet high standards
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Collaborate with management to develop new dishes and improve existing ones
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Chef or in a similar role
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of food safety procedures and regulations
• Creativity and ability to develop innovative menu items
• Strong attention to detail

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Kitchen experience: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person