Lead Café Chef: Seasonal Menus & Fast-Paced Kitchen

Bob & Berts; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly and creative work environment

Day shifts

Staff discounts on shift and with朋友

Unlimited free hot drinks

Birthday cake

Family-friendly policies

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Bob & Berts in Blackpool, Lancashire, is seeking a passionate Chef to lead the kitchen, craft seasonal menus, and ensure top-quality, consistent meals for guests.

You will manage daily prep, uphold food safety standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, working with fresh, local ingredients to deliver comforting dishes to the community.

The role includes collaboration with front-of-house staff and duties across ordering, stock, and quality control, with weekend and early morning shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience as a chef or cook in a café, bistro, or fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Culinary Knowledge: Proven ability to create menus, manage costs, and work with seasonal produce.
• Efficiency: Ability to work quickly and cleanly under pressure.
• Certifications: Food Hygiene Certificate preferred.
• Leadership: Strong organizational skills and ability to train and motivate junior staff or volunteers.
• Personality: Passionate about food, friendly, and team-oriented.
• Right to work in the UK: Eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Menu & Creativity: Develop and execute creative, fresh, and seasonal cafe menus, including breakfast and lunch.
• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook menu items to high quality standards.
• Consistency & Presentation: Ensure all dishes are prepared to spec and presented aesthetically to enhance customer experience.
• Stock & Ordering: Monitor stock levels, manage inventory, and place orders with suppliers, while minimizing wastage.
• Hygiene & Safety: Maintain a spotless kitchen workspace and strictly adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Teamwork & Operations: Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service and handle customer special requests or allergies.

Skills

Experience

Culinary Knowledge

Efficiency

Certifications

Leadership

Personality

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Bob & Berts in Blackpool, Lancashire, is seeking a passionate Chef to lead the kitchen, craft seasonal menus, and ensure top-quality, consistent meals for guests.

You will manage daily prep, uphold food safety standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, working with fresh, local ingredients to deliver comforting dishes to the community.

The role includes collaboration with front-of-house staff and duties across ordering, stock, and quality control, with weekend and early morning shifts.