Senior Chef — Lead Team, Seasonal Dishes (Daytime)

C J Knight & Son Limited; Betchworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning restaurant in Betchworth is seeking a passionate Senior Chef to lead their kitchen team. This full-time role offers 40-hour work weeks and focuses on creating delicious dishes with fresh, local ingredients. You will manage kitchen operations and train staff while enjoying daytime shifts and benefits like meals and pension. Ideal candidates will have experience and a flair for culinary excellence.

Benefits

£14-£15 per hour depending on experience

Discounted or free meals on shift

Pension

Tips

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a chef, preferably in a full-service kitchen.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team efficiently.
• Passion for creating dishes with fresh, local ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and staff.
• Oversee food preparation ensuring quality and presentation.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Create seasonal dishes using local produce.

Skills

Leadership

Cooking skills

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

An award-winning restaurant in Betchworth is seeking a passionate Senior Chef to lead their kitchen team. This full-time role offers 40-hour work weeks and focuses on creating delicious dishes with fresh, local ingredients. You will manage kitchen operations and train staff while enjoying daytime shifts and benefits like meals and pension. Ideal candidates will have experience and a flair for culinary excellence.