Café & Kitchen Chef Required
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Chef to lead our busy café and kitchen operation.
About the Role
Our café serves:
- Authentic Neapolitan pizzas made with fresh dough
- Mediterranean breakfasts
- Brunch dishes
- Children's menu
- Fast food and takeaway options
This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of food quality and customer service.
Venue & Customer Volume
- 40 indoor seats
- 30 outdoor seats
- Dine-in and takeaway service
Customer numbers can range from 50 to over 1,000 people per day during peak periods. Our busiest times are weekends, school holidays, and bank holidays when the nearby splash park attracts large numbers of families and visitors. During quieter periods, the café mainly serves park visitors.
We are looking for someone who can bring fresh ideas, promotions, seasonal specials, family offers, and menu innovations to help attract customers and increase business during quieter trading days.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing and cooking authentic Neapolitan pizzas using fresh dough
- Producing high-quality Mediterranean breakfast and brunch dishes
- Preparing appealing and nutritious children's menu options
- Managing kitchen operations and ensuring efficient service
- Maintaining excellent food quality, presentation, and consistency
- Ensuring food hygiene, health and safety standards are always met
- Managing stock levels and minimising waste
- Developing menu ideas and promotions to drive customer traffic during quieter periods
- Leading and supporting a team of two kitchen staff members
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as a chef in a busy café, restaurant, or takeaway environment
- Strong knowledge of Neapolitan pizza preparation and fresh dough production
- Experience with Mediterranean breakfast, brunch, and children's menus
- Ability to work calmly and efficiently during high-volume service
- Creative and business-minded, with ideas to attract customers during quieter periods
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- Customer-focused with a clear understanding of excellent customer service
- Reliable, hardworking, and able to work on their own initiative
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (to be discussed based on experience)
- Opportunity to lead and develop a growing café and kitchen operation
- Creative input into menus, promotions, and business growth
- Support from two team members working under your supervision
Working Hours
Morning until evening, including weekends, bank holidays, and school holiday periods as required.
If you are passionate about great food, customer satisfaction, and leading a successful kitchen, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: From £17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
