Chef - Temporary

Caffeine&Machine; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant culinary establishment in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a passionate Chef to deliver high-quality dishes and work as part of a dynamic team. In this role, you'll be responsible for cooking, plating, and maintaining a clean kitchen, while also mentoring others and optimizing kitchen efficiency. Join us to elevate your culinary career in a fast-paced kitchen environment offering competitive pay and amazing perks.

Benefits

Competitive Pay – Up to £13.50 per hour

Employee discounts

Lucrative Mystery Diner bonus

Heavily discounted food

Free entry to events

Career development

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating exceptional food.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cooking and plating dishes.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen.
• Manage stock, food prep, and team development.

Skills

Excellence-Driven

Organised

Competitive Spirit

Diligent & Detail-Oriented

Always Learning

Job description

Join the Caffeine & Machine Team as a CHEF!

Are you passionate about creating exceptional food and mastering your craft? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑energy kitchen? Caffeine & Machine is looking for a Chef to prepare, cook, and present outstanding dishes while working as part of a dynamic team.

Why Caffeine & Machine?

At Caffeine & Machine, food is an experience. As a Chef, you’ll be at the heart of delivering high‑quality, delicious meals that keep customers coming back. Whether you’re working the grill, pizza, salad, or dessert stations, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, learn from experienced chefs, and take your career to the next level.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay – Up to £13.50 per hour plus Tronc
• Amazing Perks – Employee discounts, lucrative Mystery Diner bonus, heavily discounted food, free entry to events, career development and more

Your Role

As a Chef, you’ll be responsible for cooking and plating dishes to perfection while maintaining a clean and organised kitchen. You’ll work across multiple stations, ensuring speed, precision, and quality. You’ll also play a key role in stock management, food prep, and team development—always striving to elevate the kitchen’s performance.

Core Responsibilities:

• Inspiring PEOPLE Happiness – Be an active part of the kitchen team, mentoring Newbies and developing your skills to step into leadership roles.
• Consistent CUSTOMER Satisfaction – Maintain a spotless kitchen, adhere to food safety standards, and consistently deliver top‑quality dishes.
• Generating SALES Growth – Prep efficiently to optimise speed‑of‑service, master all kitchen stations, and help build a reputation for outstanding food.
• Optimising PROFIT Results – Control stock, prevent waste, and ensure accurate portioning to maximise kitchen efficiency.

Chef Strengths:

• 🏅 Excellence-Driven – You take pride in producing food of the highest quality.
• 📅 Organised – You thrive in a well‑structured, efficient kitchen environment.
• 🔥 Competitive Spirit – You push yourself to perform at your best and exceed expectations.
• 🔍 Diligent & Detail‑Oriented – You approach every task with precision and care.
• 📚 Always Learning – You have a growth mindset and are eager to develop your culinary skills.

Ready to bring your passion for food to the next level? Apply now and become part of something extraordinary!