Head Chef

Head Chef

Salary: Up to £38,000

Hours: Full time

Do you love leading a busy kitchen and being hands-on with food preparation? This garden centre is looking for an experienced Head Chef to take ownership of its kitchen operation.

This is a hands-on, influential role where you'll combine your passion for cooking with the responsibility of managing the kitchen, leading the team, and maintaining exceptional standards.

The Role

You'll oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring high-quality food, efficient service, and strong operational performance.

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• Food Preparation & Service
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• Kitchen Leadership
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• Team Development
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• Menu Planning & Food Quality
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• Stock Control & Ordering
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• Financial Performance & Cost Control
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• Compliance & Food Safety
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• Reporting & Communication
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About You

Essential

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• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar senior kitchen role
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• Strong leadership experience within a busy kitchen environment
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• Good commercial awareness with experience managing food costs and labour
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• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety standards
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Desirable

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• Experience creating seasonal menus and specials
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Key Skills

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• Hands-on leader who leads by example
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• Passion for producing fresh, high-quality food
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• Strong organisational and time management skills
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• Calm and decisive under pressure
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• Excellent communication and team-building abilities
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• Commercially minded with a focus on quality and efficiency
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Additional Information

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• Weekend and seasonal flexibility required
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• Hands-on cooking is a key part of the role
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• Strong on-site leadership presence expected
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