Head Chef - Berry Recruitment : Job Details

Exciting Opportunity: Head Chef

Are you a passionate and talented chef ready to take the lead in a vibrant and creative kitchen? We are seeking a dynamic Head Chef to join our friendly and professional team, preparing exceptional food for a bustling café and private hire events.

Our café is set within a stunning glasshouse, offering both indoor and outdoor seating, and serves as a vibrant hub for the local Little Venice community. With 175 covers, this is your chance to shine in a unique and beautiful environment. We're on a mission to elevate our menu, emphasising seasonal, restaurant-quality dishes and exceptional event catering.

What You'll Do:As Head Chef, you'll take the reins in a busy kitchen, leading from the front with hands-on expertise. Collaboration is key and you'll work closely with the front-of-house team and the Café and Hospitality Manager to deliver an outstanding dining experience. This role is perfect for someone with a love for fresh, high-quality ingredients and a desire to work alongside enthusiastic and skilled professionals.

We're proud to offer a supportive, creative, and professional working environment where you can let your culinary talents shine. Maintaining our 5-star EHO rating and consistently high customer experience standards is at the heart of what we do.

What We Offer:

• Autonomy to express your creativity and develop our menu.
• A regular schedule with no split shifts-enjoy a great work/life balance with up to 40 hours per week.
• A supportive and rewarding environment within an independent business.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive salary: £35,000-£40,000 per year.
• Paid holiday.
• Company pension.
• Discounts on food and beverages.
• Employee discounts.

About You:

• Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef (2+ years).
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire your team.
• Passion for menu development and seasonal cooking.
• Food Safety Level 3 certification (ideal).
• A commitment to excellence and hospitality.

Schedule:

• Day shifts with some weekend availability required.

This is your opportunity to lead a talented team, make your mark in a vibrant community, and grow in a rewarding role. If you're ready to bring your passion and creativity to a unique dining experience, we'd love to hear from you!

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.