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Head Chef
The Three Wishes —Sherborne
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- In-person
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Head Chef
The Wise Man Inn —Dorchester
- £38,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mentoring
- In-person
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Sous Chef
The Three Wishes —Sherborne
- From £14 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Restaurant
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Head Chef
The Clock Inn, Chideock —Chideock
- £35,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
Waterside Holiday Group —Weymouth
- £34,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Mentoring
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Weekend Cook
Avon Care Homes Ltd —Castle Cary
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- In-person
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12d
Sous Chef
The Prickly Pear, Bruton —Bruton
- £29,000 - £31,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- In-person
- Leadership
- Employee discount
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9d
Hotel Kitchen Team Leader
Premier Inn —Dorchester
- Up to £14.31 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef
The Lion at Pennard —Glastonbury
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Culinary experience
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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14d
Chef de Partie
Mad Swans —Bristol
- £36,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Junior Sous Chef
Mad Swans —Bristol
- £38,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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10d
Commis Chef
Rockfish Weymouth —Weymouth
- £10.85 - £13.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Restaurant
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Food and Beverage - Kitchen Assistant - Q02
Parkdean Resorts —West Bay
- £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
- Resort
- Store discount
- Employee assistance programme
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Junior Sous Chef
The Mitre Inn —Glastonbury
- £14 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Head Chef
The Three Wishes —Sherborne
Ensure all kitchen staff hold valid food hygiene certifications and support timely renewals. A current Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to…
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Head Chef

The Three Wishes -
Sherborne

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£30,000 - £35,000 a year
14 days ago

Qualifications

Cooking
HACCP
Organisational skills
Kitchen management
Food Hygiene Certificate
Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
Leadership
Restaurant experience
Kitchen experience

Full job description

ABOUT US

The Three Wishes Café is a family-run bistro in the heart of Sherborne, Dorset. We took over the café in 2025 and have been building something we're genuinely proud of — a welcoming, quality-focused neighbourhood destination that takes its food seriously.

We are now looking for an experienced and principled Head Chef to lead our kitchen. This is a hands-on leadership role in a small, close-knit operation where standards, accountability, and craftsmanship matter.

THE ROLE

As Head Chef, you will have full ownership of the kitchen — from menu development and stock management to food safety compliance and team leadership. You will work directly with the owners and report to them on kitchen performance.

This is not a back-office role. You will be present, leading from the front, and setting the standard for every dish that leaves the kitchen.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Kitchen Leadership
Lead and manage the kitchen brigade day-to-day, delegating prep and service tasks effectively
Set and uphold conduct, performance, and quality standards across the team
Manage kitchen rotas and scheduling to ensure adequate cover at all times
Support the recruitment and induction of new kitchen staff in partnership with the owners
Conduct regular 1-to-1s and performance conversations with kitchen team members

Menu Development

Develop and refresh the seasonal menu, making best use of local and quality produce
Create and rotate weekly and daily specials that reflect skill, creativity, and value
Cost all dishes accurately, controlling input costs to meet owner-set financial targets
Collaborate with the owners on menu direction and maintain the café's established identity
Keep menus current with dietary requirements, allergen obligations, and customer feedback

Stock & Cost Management

Order stock in quantities that reflect demand, minimising waste and over-ordering
Inspect all deliveries on arrival; reject produce that does not meet quality standards
Maintain strict FIFO stock rotation and ensure all stock is correctly labelled with dates
Monitor food cost on an ongoing basis and flag any factors that may affect margins
Maintain portion discipline to ensure dishes are prepared and served to costed specifications
Build and maintain productive relationships with approved suppliers

Food Safety & EHO Compliance

Maintain full compliance with all food safety legislation and EHO requirements
Act as the primary point of contact for any EHO inspection or visit
Maintain and update HACCP documentation, temperature logs, probe records, and cooling records
Ensure all allergen information is accurate, up to date, and clearly communicated to front-of-house
Manage COSHH requirements: safe storage, correct labelling, and proper use of all cleaning products
Hold and maintain a current, relevant food hygiene qualification appropriate to the role

Cleaning & Hygiene Management

Implement and oversee a cleaning schedule covering all kitchen areas, surfaces, and equipment
Ensure all staff understand and complete their individual cleaning responsibilities to the required standard
Maintain written cleaning records as required by food safety legislation
Oversee regular deep cleans and equipment maintenance checks

Training & Development

Ensure all new kitchen staff receive a thorough induction covering food safety, allergens, and kitchen standards
Run skills development and training sessions for junior kitchen staff
Ensure all kitchen staff hold valid food hygiene certifications and support timely renewals

Communication & Cross-Team Working

Brief front-of-house staff on specials, menu changes, and allergen information ahead of service
Attend management meetings and contribute to wider operational and business discussions
Report directly to the owners on kitchen performance, challenges, and opportunities

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to step up
Strong knowledge of food safety legislation, HACCP, allergen management, and EHO requirements
A current Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to obtain one promptly)
Demonstrable experience in menu development, dish costing, and stock management
The ability to lead a small team with clarity, consistency, and respect
A hands-on approach — you lead by doing, not just by directing
Strong organisational skills and a high standard of personal accountability
Experience in a similar bistro, café, or restaurant environment preferred

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter telling us about your experience and why this role appeals to you. We look forward to hearing from you.

Applications via Indeed or directly to the café at 78 Cheap Street, Sherborne, Dorset.

Find us on Instagram: @thethreewishessherborne

The Three Wishes Café is an equal opportunities employer.

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Sherborne DT9 3BJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

Have you worked as a Head Chef before?

Experience:

Kitchen management: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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