Head Chef: Fresh Kitchen Leadership & Growth Opportunities

Lounge Café Bars; Newbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular café chain in Newbury is seeking a Head Chef to join their dedicated team. This role involves creating high-quality dishes using fresh ingredients while leading and supporting kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will have chef skills, experience in leading kitchen teams, and a strong work ethic to maintain excellent food standards. Fantastic perks include paid breaks, staff discounts, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Overtime pay for extra hours

Staff food on every shift

50% off food and drinks

Paid breaks

28 days holiday pro rata

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Company pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Tips shared across the team

Christmas and Boxing Day off

Qualifications

• Existing Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or Sous Chef ready for Head Chef role.
• Ability to manage kitchen metrics and deliver training.
• Hands-on work ethic, leading from the front.

Responsibilities

• Create dishes to spec in a clean kitchen environment.
• Ensure all prep and par is completed for each shift.
• Lead a high performing kitchen team.

Skills

Experience with fresh ingredients

Chef skills (food prep hot and cold)

Leadership and team management

Good hygiene practices

KPI management

Job description

A popular café chain in Newbury is seeking a Head Chef to join their dedicated team. This role involves creating high-quality dishes using fresh ingredients while leading and supporting kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will have chef skills, experience in leading kitchen teams, and a strong work ethic to maintain excellent food standards. Fantastic perks include paid breaks, staff discounts, and opportunities for career progression.