Job Description

Who we are:

Every day in the UK around 11 children and young people find out they have cancer. For their families, the diagnosis can be life changing. At Shine a Light, we help families get through these challenging times by providing a range of vital support services and an understanding shoulder to lean on. We support families of children and young people up to the age of 24, for as long as they need us.

We currently run a community cafe within our cancer centre, open to the public five days a week, as part of our fundraising strategy.

Overview

We are moving to new premises imminently and have plans to expand our menu and current offer. We will be onboarding a full-time chef to join our friendly team at our new premises in Rugby, who will help implement these new plans and changes. This is a full-time role, operating 5 days out of 6, which will soon move to 5 days out of 7, once established. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen management, with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead culinary operations, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality are maintained. The successful applicant will have previous restaurant or hospitality experience and demonstrate excellent leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a variety of dishes following established recipes and standards Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely service Supervise and manage kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness in accordance with health regulations Manage food production processes to optimise efficiency and minimise waste Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed Review, re-imagine and implement new menu items to enhance customer satisfaction and keep offerings fresh and appealing Uphold organisational policies related to health & safety, food handling, and customer service Complete all mandatory training assigned promptly.

Skills

Proven experience in food production, cooking, and kitchen management within a restaurant or hospitality setting Supervising experience with the ability to lead a team effectively Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulations Ability to maintain a high food hygiene award level. Excellent culinary skills with a flair for presentation and creativity in menu development Leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and manage staff efficiently Good organisational skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously under pressure Customer-focused approach with excellent communication skills Experience in serving customers directly is advantageous but not essential Level 2 Food Hygine certification required
This role offers an engaging environment for passionate culinary professionals eager to showcase their skills while leading a dedicated team. We value commitment to excellence and innovation in the kitchen.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Rugby CV22 5EJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Will you be flexible with what days you are willing to work through the week?
Work Location: In person