Head Chef: Lead a High-Standard Kitchen & Team

Loungers; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Overtime pay

Free meal on shift

25% discount on food & drinks

Christmas/Boxing Day off

Career development training

Staff events (Loungefest)

Early access to pay

Support from charity

Job summary

Cofio Lounge, part of Loungers, is hiring a full-time Head Chef to lead the kitchen. You will manage a hands-on kitchen, build and coach your team, and ensure every dish meets high standards.

The role offers a 48-hour contract (40-hour option) with overtime pay and a clear path for progression. You’ll work in a growing hospitality brand with competitive pay, achievable bonus schemes, and staff benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Shows strong people leadership and team-building skills.
• Delivers high-quality cooking with attention to menu specs.
• Leads from the line and the pass with practical coaching.
• Understands GP, labour, stock and wastage KPIs to make smart decisions.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of Cofio Lounge kitchen from open to close.
• Recruit, develop and coach kitchen staff at all levels.
• Ensure every dish meets quality standards and passes the line.
• Create and action plan with General Manager for food wait times and stock.
• Drive KPIs: food quality, wait times, wastage, and food safety.
• Plan fair rotas aligned with bookings and sales.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to foster a one-team culture.

Skills

People leadership

Culinary excellence

Kitchen leadership

Commercial mindset

Experience & adaptability

Job description

Cofio Lounge, part of Loungers, is hiring a full-time Head Chef to lead the kitchen. You will manage a hands-on kitchen, build and coach your team, and ensure every dish meets high standards.

The role offers a 48-hour contract (40-hour option) with overtime pay and a clear path for progression. You’ll work in a growing hospitality brand with competitive pay, achievable bonus schemes, and staff benefits from day one.