Head Chef (Full Time)

Trading Post Coffee; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus up to £4,000

Annual bonus up to 5%

Company pension scheme

Free food and coffee on shift

50% off food & beverage

Company share options

Progression opportunities

No late evening shifts

Job summary

Trading Post Coffee Roasters in Eastbourne is seeking a passionate Head Chef who thrives under pressure and inspires a high-performing kitchen. You’ll lead the team, drive food quality and safety standards, and ensure guest experiences meet our brand's hospitality promise.

You’ll manage all kitchen operations, development of team members, stock control and cost efficiency, while upholding company standards.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Ability to problem solve and work under pressure.
• Dedicated team-player with a results-driven attitude.
• Mindful of safeguarding safety standards.
• Enthusiastic with eagerness to learn new skills.
• Effective communicator with teammates and customers.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a high-volume and fast-paced kitchen.
• Lead your team to follow the company specification for all food.
• Support in the development of all kitchen team members, identify learning needs, and deliver training where required.
• Motivate all team members to deliver their best selves at all times.
• Manage the commercials of your kitchen, including sales, labour & stock control.
• Display a smart and professional appearance, always representing Trading Post Coffee Roasters.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Team player

Safety compliance

Learning mindset

Communication

Job description

At Trading Post Coffee Roasters, coffee is at the heart of everything we do. As an independent, specialty coffee company, we're passionate about sourcing, roasting and serving exceptional coffee whilst creating memorable experiences for every guest. We believe great coffee starts with great people, which is why we invest in developing our teams through training, coaching and genuine opportunities to grow. If you're passionate about specialty coffee, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and take pride in your craft, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us...

• £32,000 to £34,000 depending on experience
• Quarterly performance related bonus schemeup to £4,000 per year
• Annual performance related bonus scheme upto 5% annual salary
• Company share options
• No late evening shifts
• Free food and coffee whilst on shift
• 50% off all food and beverage at everyTrading Post Coffee Roasters Coffee House
• Retail discount on our in-house coffeeblends and single origins
• Free access to mental health advice
• Free access to financial advice
• Employee progression plans
• Company pension scheme

We are looking for a passionate Head Chefwho thrives under pressure and has a natural ability to lead and inspire theperformance of the kitchen to ensure team members and guests have a greatexperience every visit.

As a Head Chef you’ll be a true leader witha big personality that embodies what great hospitality looks like. You’ll beleading and engaging the team to deliver great hospitality and impeccablestandards whilst driving sales and a strong commercial performance.Specifically you’ll be responsible for all aspects of the kitchen operation andperformance, including food, health and safety, menu development, food qualityand standards, brand standards, kitchen operations, guest experience, ordering,stock management, sales and profit.

The Skills We are Looking For...

• Strong organisational skills and the abilityto quickly prioritise tasks
• Ability to use initiative to problem solveand work well under pressure
• Dedicated team-player with an 'all in thistogether' attitude and results-driven
• Mindful of observing and safeguarding safetystandards
• Enthusiastic with an eagerness to learn newskills
• Commitment to personal and professionaldevelopment
• An effective communicator to enable dialoguewith teammates and customers

What You Can Expect Your Responsibilities toBe...

• Managing all aspects of a high-volume andfast-paced kitchen
• Lead your team to follow the companyspecification for all food
• Support in the development of all kitchenteam members, identify learning needs, and deliver training where required
• Motivate all team members to deliver theirbest selves at all times
• Manage the commercials of your kitchen,including sales, labour & stock control
• Display a smart and professional appearance,always striving to represent Trading Post Coffee Roasters in a positive way

If this sounds like you then we'd love tohear from you.

Only those eligible to work in the UK orhave a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for this position.

Trading Post Coffee Roasters is an equalopportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating aninclusive environment for all candidates and employees.