Avonfield Kitchen is an award-winning and busy café based at an independent garden centre and plant nursery in Hilperton.
Serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and a selection of daily specials; everything on our menu is made and prepared fresh in-house, and we have an outstanding reputation for quality and consistency in everything we serve.
We are currently expanding our kitchen team having recently opened a second location at The Old Town Hall in the heart of Trowbridge, and are looking for an experienced and passionate chef to join our team in a Sous Chef / CDP position. For the right candidate we can be flexible on the days/ hours available - We could either offer a part-time position working around 2-3 days per week, or a full-time position working 4-5 days per week, at least one day of which would be a weekend day.
You will be working directly with our Head Chef and Executive Head Chef, running service and holding responsibility for your section on a daily basis. All of our team members work shifts across both sites, bringing a nice level of variety to the role and working environment.
Candidates must be hardworking, dedicated, and have a genuine interest in food. We are passionate about what we do and work to a high level of standards, consistency, and efficiency, all of which would be expected of you in this role. If you have experience working in a similar busy café environment it would be a bonus, but is not essential.
We have a tight-knit team who are all extremely hard working and considerate, therefore being a true team player is vital; along with the willingness and ability to follow instruction, recipes and processes to specification and the high standard we require. You will have full support in the role and on-the-job training can be provided for any areas where required.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Produce all dishes to the required standards of:
- - Quality
- - Consistency
- - Presentation
- - Portion control
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently
- Ability to multitask and maintain standards in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
- Supervise and train kitchen staff where required
- Work with the Head Chef and kitchen team in the key areas of:
- - Food preparation
- - Kitchen cleaning and organisation
- - Food hygiene checks and compliance
- - Routine supplier orders
- - Inventory control
- - Stock rotation
Key Attributes we look for in all candidates:
- Reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking with a great work ethic
- Have high standards, attention to detail, and take pride in your work
- Lead by example and be a team player
- Ability to motivate and engage team members
- Uphold a professional attitude and conduct, and be respectful at all times
We are open 7-days-a-week all year round, apart from Christmas/ New Year where we close for a short break. Our opening hours are 9am - 4.30pm, there are no evening or late shifts, and no split shifts. So this is a great opportunity to work in a professional hospitality environment whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
We have a brilliant team and understand that they are key to our business running successfully. We always ensure that hard work is recognised and that our team are looked after and feel valued - Progression and competitive rates of pay offered based on experience and ability.
To show you have a genuine interest in this position please submit your CV accompanied with a brief message to tell us what interests you about the role and why you would like to work at Avonfield Kitchen - We look forward to hearing from you!
* For a better understanding of our business and food we create you can find us on Instagram @avonfieldkitchen and see our menu on the website avonfieldkitchen.com/menu *
Tags - Sous Chef / Head Chef / Lead Chef / Chef De Partie / CDP / Commis Chef / Junior Chef / Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter / KP
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
