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Head Chef – Garden Centre Restaurant – £40-45k
West Sussex
Job Role: Head Chef
Food Style: Fresh, seasonal café and restaurant
Brigade Size: 3 chefs per shift
The ideal Head Chef will have a strong background in managing kitchen operations, delivering a menu of classic, well-executed dishes, and leading a small but dedicated team. This position requires a hands-on approach, excellent organisation, and the ability to balance freshly made and bought-in menu items to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
The Company Offers:
- Competitive salary of £40-45k
- Stable role with a work-life balance, including weekends
- Autonomy over the menu and kitchen operations
- A well-structured kitchen with supplier relationships already in place
- High-volume service environment, covering 100+ guests per shift
- Paid trial shifts as part of the recruitment process
What They Are Looking for in a Head Chef:
- A competent, hands-on Head Chef or experienced Sous Chef ready to step up
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate a small brigade
- Excellent understanding of fresh food preparation, stock control, and compliance
- Experience managing high-volume service, with a focus on consistency and quality
- A Head Chef with strong organisational skills and a calm, professional temperament
- Knowledge of food safety, health and safety regulations, and light administrative duties
Does this sound like you? Apply Today!
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to take the lead in a well-established restaurant. Contact Olly at COREcruitment dot com
