Position: Chef
Location: The Pleasaunce, Harbord Rd, Overstrand, NR27 0PN
Salary: £15 per hour
Employment Type: Full-time or part-time, permanent
Hours: 35 hours/week, flexible, including evenings (till 8:00 pm) and weekends
Opening Statement:
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to head up our kitchen for 35 hours per week. The role is available on a full-time, part-time, or job-share basis.
Shift: Split shifts, flextime, occasional buffet service
Job Share Opportunity:
This position is available as a job share opportunity. We are happy to consider applications from experienced chefs seeking flexible working arrangements, provided service standards and kitchen operations are maintained effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise kitchen operations independently
- Oversee food preparation and cooking to maintain quality and consistency
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
- Manage stock, order supplies, and control inventory
- Train and mentor junior staff
- Collaborate with front-of-house staff for smooth service
- Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment
- Develop menus and maintain high culinary standards
Experience Required:
- Proven supervisory experience in a professional kitchen
- Extensive culinary skills (preparation, cooking techniques, presentation)
- Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations
- Leadership and team management skills
- Experience in menu development and quality assurance
- Background in hospitality or restaurant settings is highly desirable
Benefits:
- Flextime
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Environment:
- Slow-paced hospitality environment
- Opportunity for creativity and independent work
- Covers breakfast, dinner with occasional Light Lunch & buffets
- Plenty of downtime for prep and cleaning
Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
