Head Chef - Garden Centre Restaurant - £40-45k

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 £40-45kStable role with a work-life balance, including weekendsAutonomy over the menu and kitchen operationsA well-structured kitchen with supplier relationships already in placeHigh-volume service environment, covering 100+ guests per shiftPaid 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 upStrong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate a small brigadeExcellent understanding of fresh food preparation, stock control, and complianceExperience managing high-volume service, with a focus on consistency and qualityA Head Chef with strong organisational skills and a calm, professional temperamentKnowledge 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