Are you a passionate chef with a flair for creating fresh, vibrant, and delicious dishes?
We’re looking for a Chef to work in our kitchen team at The Bishops Eye in Wells, Somerset, a busy café known for its warm atmosphere, exceptional food, and great coffee. The job offers sociable hours giving you the leisure of work life balance and will suit someone who is flexible with changing days and rotas.
As a Chef, you’ll be at the heart of our café, managing and running day-to-day kitchen operations, and inspiring the team to deliver consistently high-quality food.
What You’ll Do
- Assist the kitchen team to deliver outstanding dishes.
- Supporting in creating exciting, seasonal menus with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.
- Manage stock, orders, and cost control to achieve budget targets.
- Train, mentor, and motivate junior kitchen staff.
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety and food hygiene regulations.
- Cover other Kitchen staff in their absence when required.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Chef in a similar environment.
- Strong organisational and team management skills.
- A passion for fresh, wholesome food and an eye for detail.
- Knowledge of current food trends and café-style cuisine.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Food hygiene and safety certification (Level 2 or above).
What We Offer
- Staff discounts on food and drink.
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for creativity and input on menu development
Please note that pay rate would vary based on candidate's experience. We are happy to discuss Self-Employment/Freelance arrangement on a slightly varied pay rate if that's what you are looking for.
Job Types: Zero hours contract, Freelance
Pay: £12.71-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Wells BA5 2RB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
Work Location: In person
