Chef - Ystradgynlais - Fresh Brunch Venue - £13.50 - £14.00PH + Tips

RGIT Australia; Ystradgynlais; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous meal discount

Free parking

Ongoing training and development

Work-life balance

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Chefs for Chefs are recruiting a Chef to join a popular fresh-food café/eatery in Ystradgynlais. The role offers daytime hours 8:30am-3pm and can accommodate a full-time contract up to 40 hours per week for those who want it.

Join a friendly kitchen that values its people, with opportunities for career progression as the business expands. Excellent work-life balance and a supportive team environment are provided.

Qualifications

• At least two years' experience as a Chef in a similar environment.
• Passion for cooking fresh food from quality ingredients.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Strong team player with a hands-on approach.
• Organised and able to perform well during busy service periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh meals using quality ingredients.
• Work daytime service between 8:30am and 3pm.
• Collaborate with owners and kitchen team to maintain smooth operations.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and grab-and-go range.

Skills

Two years experience as a Chef

Fresh food cooking

Team player

Organised

Positive attitude

Job description

Part-time Permanent Chef

Posted 22 Sep 2026

Description

Salary & Benefits

• Full-time position available up to 40 Hours per week
• Generous team discount on meals whilst on duty
• Free parking
• Ongoing training and development
• Genuine work-life balance that works around you
• Career progression opportunities within a growing independent business

About the Role

We're recruiting a Chef to join one of the area's most popular fresh-food cafés/eateries in Ystradgynlais.

If you're an experienced Chef looking for a better work-life balance, This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive kitchen that genuinely values its people. The hours operate between 8:30am-3pm but can accommodate a full time contract up to 40 hours per week for those that want it.

Serving fresh, quality food in a busy daytime environment thinkShakshuka, Turkish Eggs, Full English with SourDough Bread, Steak and Eggs, This isn't your average brunch! The kitchen regularly caters for up to 100 covers on peak days. Everything is cooked fresh using quality ingredients—there isn't even a fryer in the kitchen !

The existing kitchen currently serves food to 3 main areas; The Riverside, The Yard and The Stables, as demand continues to grow, the business is expanding its food offering by introducing a new grab-and-go range of freshly prepared meals and light bites. Customers will be able to enjoy food in "The Yard" thus helping to improve the overall guest experience while easing pressure on the main kitchen during the busiest periods. This exciting development creates fantastic opportunities for chefs to contribute ideas and be part of the venue's continued growth.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Work with fresh, quality ingredients every day
• Consistent day time hours 8:30am until 3pm, Can be flexible around School drop offs and pick ups.
• Join a close-knit, supportive team with exceptionally low staff turnover
• Work directly with the owners, allowing quick decisions and investment in new equipment
• Enjoy a positive kitchen culture where teamwork comes first
• Be part of an expanding business with exciting future plans

What We're Looking For

• At least two years' experience as a Chef in a similar environment
• Passion for cooking fresh food from quality ingredients
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
• Strong team player with a hands-on approach
• Organised and able to perform well during busy service periods

Working Hours

• Full-time and part-time positions available - School runs? No problem !
• Flexible working patterns available
• Excellent opportunity to achieve a healthy work-life balance

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful independent Riverside Bar & Kitchen that continues to invest in both its people and the business. With an expanding food offering, supportive owners, a stable kitchen team and genuine opportunities to develop your career, you'll be joining a workplace where your ideas are valued and your contribution genuinely makes a difference.

About Chefs for Chefs

Chefs for Chefs are committed to promoting equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.

We operate as both an employment agency and an employment business and recruit for some of the UK's leading hospitality employers.