Head Chef - Lead Fresh Kitchen with Real Food Passion

Lounge Café Bars; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular café chain in Thatcham is looking for a Head Chef to lead a dedicated kitchen team. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes with fresh ingredients, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and managing staff training. This role offers a supportive work environment with various staff benefits, including overtime pay and a company pension scheme. Opportunities for personal development and bonuses are available.

Benefits

Overtime pay for extra hours

Staff food on every shift

50% off food and drinks

Paid breaks

28 days holiday

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Staff party events

Company pension scheme

Personal development opportunities

Achievable bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Sous Chef.
• Demonstrated chef/kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold).
• Ability to manage KPIs and kitchen metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Ensure kitchen safety and cleanliness.
• Manage food preparation and staff training.

Skills

Fresh ingredient handling

Food preparation skills

Good hygiene practices

Team leadership

KPI management

Job description

A popular café chain in Thatcham is looking for a Head Chef to lead a dedicated kitchen team. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes with fresh ingredients, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and managing staff training. This role offers a supportive work environment with various staff benefits, including overtime pay and a company pension scheme. Opportunities for personal development and bonuses are available.