Brunch Head Chef

The Farmers Mistress; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A bustling restaurant in Battersea is seeking a skilled sous chef ready to step up into a head chef role. Join a dynamic team working day-time shifts only, totaling 45 hours per week. Responsibilities include managing stocks, leading the team, and following the executive chef's guidance. Ideal candidates are proficient in various cooking methods and can multitask under pressure. This full-time role offers an hourly salary of £16–£18 along with complimentary meals and tips during shifts.

Benefits

Complimentary meals

Extra tips during shifts

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to guide a small team.
• Experience in a kitchen environment, ideally at a sous chef level.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly stock takes.
• Understand and manage GP margins.
• Ensure cooking stations are adequately supplied.
• Follow the executive chef’s guidance.
• Lead and mentor the team.
• Optimize the cooking process for speed and quality.

Skills

Proficiency in various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes

Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure

In-depth knowledge of best cooking practices

Job description

Overview

Join our dynamic team working day‑time shifts only, totaling 45 hours per week. Be a part of our independent restaurant, a bustling venue in the heart of Battersea, known as a hotspot for brunch, lunch, and private events in South West London. We seek a strong leader to collaborate closely with our executive chef and guide a small team of three. This position is ideal for a sous chef ready to step up into a head chef role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly stock takes.


• Understand and manage GP margins.


• Ensure cooking stations are adequately supplied.


• Follow the executive chef’s guidance.


• Lead and mentor the team.


• Optimize the cooking process for speed and quality.

Skills required

• Proficiency in various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes.


• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.


• In‑depth knowledge of best cooking practices.

Benefits

• Complimentary meals and extra tips during shifts.


• Hourly salary £16–£18.

Work Conditions

• Day‑time shifts only, 45 hours per week.


• Monday to Sunday, 8‑5.


• Full‑time employment with immediate start.

Job Specifics

• Experience: Required


• Languages: English – Advanced


• Employment: Full‑time


• Schedule: Monday to Sunday 8‑5


• Salary: £16–£18 hourly


• Starting time: Immediate

About The Farmers Mistress

Busy brunch restaurant and takeaway.