We are looking for a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen at The Courtyard, a quality, food-led daytime cafe cooking with exceptional ingredients and locally sourced produce.
The Kitchen & Food
Our kitchen is well equipped with modern catering equipment, featuring an open-plan kitchen within the cafe and additional prep space on site, allowing ample room for daily preparation and service. Menus are seasonally inspired, rooted in traditional cooking techniques, and offer a refined mix of classic British and continental dishes, delivered with professional, high-quality service.
The Role
Lead, train and support the kitchen team
Create and deliver seasonal menus using fresh, quality ingredients
Oversee food planning, preparation and service
Uphold dish specifications, presentation and consistency
Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation
Manage stock control, rotation, ordering and suppliers
Minimise waste and care for fresh ingredients
Work closely with front of house and engage positively with guests
Report directly to the owners
Hours
Approx. 8am-5.30pm, 5 days per week, 2 days off
Flexibility required for occasional private events and evening services
About You
Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
Proven experience in a fresh-food kitchen
Presentable and confident in an open-kitchen environment
Organised, calm and detail-focused leader
Passionate about quality food and hospitality
This is a great opportunity to lead a kitchen in a supportive, independent business with a strong focus on
seasonal food, quality ingredients, and work-life balance
.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Free parking
Application question(s):
Will you be able to reliably commute to RG278NY, Hampshire, UK?
Experience:
Chef: 3 years (required)
Language:
English (required)
Work Location: In person
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