Head Chef for Steff's Kitchen, our busy day time opening café

We are looking for a strong charismatic person who is passionate about creative, quality homemade food and an excellent leader of people.

We need an experienced chef for our very busy 170 seater café restaurant which is open 9am to 5pm, 7 days per week. You will be managing a kitchen team of 5.

We are a well-established destination in Beaulieu in the New Forest and have our own productive garden from where the kitchen receives vegetables and fruit.

We are about to install a pizza oven which will deliver pizzas and more!

We’d love to talk to you if-

You have at least 2 years’ experience as a call order head chef or senior sous chef.

Have an ability to communicate clearly with your team, and be able to demonstrate a healthy balance between managing the kitchen and cooking

If you want to join us on an exciting journey, building on our existing reputation and are seeking new opportunities in the future. Your commitment will be rewarded through strong management support and a rewarding salary package.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food preparation and cooking.

Lead and manage kitchen staff, providing guidance and training to enhance culinary skills.

Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean kitchen environment.

Collaborate with restaurant management to develop menus and optimise food production.

Supervise food service during peak hours, ensuring timely and quality delivery to guests.

Nurture a positive team atmosphere, promoting teamwork and hospitality among staff.

Benefits

When you join our team you can enjoy a range of benefits. We offer daytime working hours for a better work-life balance and full sick pay after two years. You'll receive a uniform, generous staff discounts and free access to health and wellbeing services for advice and support. With free on-site parking and training provided, you'll have everything you need to thrive in your role. As a family-run business, we pride ourselves on creating a caring and supportive environment for our team.

Please email your current CV, a covering letter and details of your current salary to Lisa Smith at lisa@fairweathers.co.uk