Want to do things properly, somewhere that actually cares? The Murmur is a brand-new, upmarket independent kitchen opening in Cardiff — a destination unlike anything else in the city. We're looking for a talented Senior Chef or Chef de Partie to work alongside our Head Chef and take real ownership of your sections and shifts. It's a place to grow: you'll learn, build, and step up as we do.
We're open 7am to 10:30pm, serving from breakfast through to the evening. No one in Cardiff combines what we do — a serious drinks programme (loose-leaf teas, ceremonial matcha, specialty coffee, house smoothies) alongside granola bowls, fresh pastries, salad bowls, Asian-inspired plates and more, all held to one standard. You'd help shape the menu and grow with us from day one.
How the rota works
Full-time, around 40 hours a week on a planned rota with set days off. You and the Head Chef share early and late shifts across the 7am–10:30pm day, weekends on rotation. We schedule ahead so you can plan your life, and keep shifts straight rather than split wherever we can. A full-day operation, run properly.
The food (still being developed — you'll help shape it)
- Mornings: granola bowls, fresh pastries, açaí bowls, avocado smash, shakshuka, plus classics done immaculately — eggs Benedict, a refined Full English, Welsh rarebit on house sourdough.
- Midday: composed salad bowls, a build-your-own bowl concept, signature Asian-inspired plates (teriyaki, Korean BBQ, Thai), house soups.
- Evenings: an evening menu currently in development — your chance to help shape it. Full table service throughout, where presentation matters as much as flavour.
You'd be a great fit if you
- Are a confident Chef de Partie / Senior Chef ready for more responsibility
- Take pride in precision and presentation — you cook to a standard, not just to plate
- Are solid across breakfast and brunch, and keen to learn the Asian-inspired side (we'll teach you)
- Are organised on prep — batch cooking bases, sauces and proteins, then assembling to order
- Want to grow under an experienced Head Chef in a brand-new kitchen
- Hold a Level 2 food hygiene qualification (we'll fund your Level 3)
What we offer
- £26,000–£28,000 depending on experience, with room to grow as you take on more
- A genuine development role — learn from our Head Chef and help shape the menu as we open
- A planned rota with set days off, scheduled ahead
- Staff meals on shift, and a business invested in developing you
- The chance to be part of building something one-of-a-kind in Cardiff
How to apply
Send your CV and a couple of lines about what excites you to [email protected], or apply through Indeed. Quick, friendly process — we'll come back to everyone.
The Murmur is an equal opportunities employer. Work location: in person, Cardiff.
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
