Experienced Chef / Kitchen Lead – Med Restaurant & Events Catering

Restaurants Brighton; Hove; Hybride; GBP 30 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Nostos is seeking an experienced Senior Chef / Kitchen Lead to join our independent Greek restaurant in Hove. You will own day-to-day kitchen operations, drive quality and consistency across in-house dining and events catering, and mentor a small, dedicated team.

We value hands-on leaders who take pride in craft, maintain high hygiene standards and contribute to menu development for daily service and special events.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef in a professional kitchen.
• Ability to run kitchen service independently when required.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• Experience with Greek or Mediterranean cuisine is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Prepare, cook and present Greek and Mediterranean dishes to high standards.
• Manage kitchen service independently when required with appropriate support.
• Support outside catering and events production.
• Organise mise en place, prep schedules and kitchen workflows.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with restaurant and catering teams to ensure a seamless service.

Connaissances

Chef de Partie

Kitchen management

Time management

Food safety

Allergen procedures

Food quality

Teamwork

Communication skills

Catering operations

Greek cuisine

Description du poste

# Experienced Chef / Kitchen Lead – Med Restaurant & Events Catering* Full Time* Part Time* 63a Holland Road* Posted 2 weeks ago* Nostos* 30,000 - 33,000Home » Restaurant » Experienced Chef / Kitchen Lead – Med Restaurant & Events Catering## OverviewSenior Chef / Kitchen Lead – Nostos, HoveSalary: £30,000–£33,000 per annum | Full-time | 40 hours per week ( employed / self employed or part time options )We’re looking for an experienced, enthusiastic chef to join our team at Nostos, an independent Greek restaurant in the heart of Hove.Nostos brings authentic Greek hospitality and Mediterranean flavours to Brighton & Hove, combining a vibrant restaurant with a growing events and outside catering business.This is an exciting opportunity for a capable, hands-on chef who enjoys taking ownership, delivering consistently excellent food and working in a friendly, supportive independent business.From intimate restaurant services to weddings, corporate events and private celebrations, no two weeks are quite the same.## This Role IncludesYour responsibilities will include:Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality Greek and Mediterranean dishes to consistently excellent standards.Confidently managing kitchen service independently when required, with appropriate support depending on business levels.Supporting food preparation and production for our expanding outside catering and events operation.Organising daily mise en place, preparation schedules and kitchen workflows.Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, allergen management and food safety. Assisting with stock management, portion control, waste reduction and food cost efficiency.Working closely with our restaurant management and catering teams to deliver a seamless customer experience.Contributing ideas and creativity to menu development, seasonal specials and continuous improvement.We value chefs who take pride in their craft, work efficiently, remain calm under pressure and genuinely enjoy being part of a successful team.Working Independently & Taking OwnershipNostos operates with a small, flexible kitchen team, with staffing levels reflecting restaurant bookings, service requirements and catering commitments.On quieter services, particularly during the week, you will sometimes be the sole chef on duty, independently managing food preparation, cooking, presentation and kitchen organisation.This is a hands-on position where everyone contributes to the smooth running of the kitchen, including maintaining cleanliness and assisting with washing-up when dedicated kitchen porter support is not scheduled.During busier services and larger catering operations, additional kitchen support is planned according to operational requirements.We’re looking for someone who enjoys the independence and responsibility of running a kitchen, takes genuine pride in their work and thrives in an environment where initiative, efficiency and teamwork are valued.In return, you’ll have the opportunity to take real ownership of your work, contribute ideas and play an important part in a growing independent hospitality business.## Skills RequiredWhat we’re looking for:Proven experience as a Chef de Partie, Senior Chef or in a comparable professional kitchen role. Confidence and competence in independently running a kitchen service.Strong organisational skills, time management and attention to detail.A good understanding of food safety, hygiene standards and allergen procedures. Ability to maintain consistent food quality while managing preparation and service efficiently. A positive, reliable and adaptable approach to teamwork.Willingness to support both restaurant operations and outside catering production. Good communication skills and a proactive approach to solving problems.Experience in Greek or Mediterranean cuisine would be advantageous but is not essential. We welcome applications from talented chefs with different culinary backgrounds who are keen to learn.Experience in events or outside catering would also be beneficial.## Additional InformationHours: Full-time, based on 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends, with a rota reflecting restaurant opening hours and catering commitments.Location: Nostos Restaurant, Hove, Brighton & Hove.What makes this opportunity different?Join an established, independently owned and award-winning hospitality business.Work across both restaurant dining and an expanding corporate and private events catering operation.Enjoy a varied and interesting role with opportunities to develop professionally. Be part of a welcoming, collaborative team where your contribution is genuinely valued. Help shape kitchen standards, operational improvements and the continued development of NostosWe’re looking for someone who wants to contribute to the longer-term success of the business, rather than simply fill a position.To apply: Please submit your CV and a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience and availability.