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Café Chef – Day-time only

Stubbings Group

Maidenhead

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

10 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to join their friendly team at a charming café. This role offers a fantastic work-life balance, with daytime hours and minimal evening shifts. You will have the creative freedom to design seasonal menus and specials, showcasing your culinary expertise while leading a dedicated kitchen team. The café prides itself on using locally sourced ingredients and delivering exceptional dining experiences. If you are ready to take ownership of a vibrant kitchen environment and contribute to a beloved community café, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee discount

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role.
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills to manage a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dishes.
  • Design creative, seasonal menus and oversee stock control.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Culinary Skills

Creativity

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Head Chef looking for a role that offers great work-life balance and creative freedom?

Benefits: Employee discount & Free on-site parking

Join our friendly team at Stubbings Café, a 70-cover daytime café set in a picturesque rural location. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dishes using locally sourced ingredients, with a menu featuring breakfasts, light lunches, snacks, daily specials, Afternoon Teas, coffees, and homemade cakes.

What We Offer:

  • Daytime Hours: Enjoy a schedule that prioritises daytime shifts, with only occasional evenings for special events.
  • Work-Life Balance: Time to focus on family, hobbies, or relaxation.
  • Creative Opportunity: Take ownership of seasonal menus and specials, showcasing your culinary expertise.
  • Supportive Environment: Be part of a welcoming, collaborative team that values creativity and excellence.
  • Customer Loyalty: Contribute to a café loved for its quality, charm, and regular clientele.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead, inspire, and manage the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dishes with stunning presentation.
  • Design creative, seasonal menus and specials in collaboration with the Café Manager.
  • Oversee stock control, reduce waste, and ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently.
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Work closely with front-of-house staff to deliver an outstanding dining experience.

About You:

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role.
  • Passion for creating delicious, beautifully presented food.
  • Strong organisational and leadership skills to manage a busy kitchen.
  • Commitment to maintaining exceptional cleanliness and safety standards.

Get in touch now to become part of Stubbings Café’s friendly and talented team.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitality

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