Company Overview
Cafe Tamra is a busy independent Day Time Cafe, dedicated to delivering exceptional food and drinks. Located on Northcote road, it is one of three locations around the London borough of Wandsworth, and our flagship location. Located on a charming boutique high street, we prioritize customer satisfaction and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all our guests.
We have recently extended our opening hours Thursday-Saturday to make use of the summer daylight hours, our kitchen on those days is open until 9pm. Otherwise our operating hours are from 8:30-16:00, and therefore a solid work/life balance.
Summary
We are seeking a talented Head Chef or an experienced senior Sous Chef to lead our culinary family at Cafe Tamra-Northcote Road, our most prestigious location. This pivotal role involves overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food production, and maintaining our standards of excellence to delight our customers.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain quality standards.
- Manage food safety protocols and hygiene practices.
- Develop innovative menus that reflect our culinary vision.
- Train and mentor kitchen staff to foster a collaborative environment.
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Collaborate with management to enhance overall guest experience.
- Qualifications
- Proven supervising experience in a professional kitchen.
- Strong culinary skills with a focus on food production, service and preparation.
- Excellent team management and leadership abilities.
- Valid Level 2 (preferably level 3) Food Hygiene certificate.
- Previous restaurant or hospitality experience is essential.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
- Passion for innovative cuisine and customer satisfaction.
- Call-To-Action
'Join our family team at Cafe Tamra and bring your culinary expertise to life. If you’re ready to lead with creativity and dedication, we’d love to hear from you!'
Pay: £20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London SW11 1NP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Please tell us why you're interested in this position.
Experience:
- Kitchen Leadership: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person
