Head Chef: Lead a High-Volume Kitchen

Trading Post Coffee; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly performance related bonus up

Annual performance related bonus up to

Company share options

Free food and coffee whilst on shift

50% off all food and beverage at every

Retail discount on our in-house coffee

Free access to mental health advice

Free access to financial advice

Employee progression plans

Job summary

Trading Post Coffee Roasters in Brighton is seeking a passionate Head Chef who thrives under pressure and can lead and inspire the performance of the kitchen to ensure guests have a great experience.

As Head Chef you’ll be a true leader with a strong personality, guiding the team to deliver exceptional hospitality, overseeing food safety, menu development, stock management, and the commercial performance of the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to quickly prioritise tasks.
• Ability to use initiative to problem solve and work well under pressure.
• Dedicated team-player with an 'all in this together' attitude and results-driven.
• Mindful of observing and safeguarding safety standards.
• Enthusiastic with an eagerness to learn new skills.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.
• An effective communicator to enable dialogue with teammates and customers.

Responsibilities

• Managing all aspects of a high-volume and fast-paced kitchen.
• Lead your team to follow the company specification for all food.
• Supporting 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 striving to represent Trading Post Coffee Roasters in a positive way.

Job description

Trading Post Coffee Roasters in Brighton is seeking a passionate Head Chef who thrives under pressure and can lead and inspire the performance of the kitchen to ensure guests have a great experience.

As Head Chef you’ll be a true leader with a strong personality, guiding the team to deliver exceptional hospitality, overseeing food safety, menu development, stock management, and the commercial performance of the kitchen.