CHEF - HAMSTREET GARDEN CENTRE

No Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Easter Sunday or New Year’s Day shifts. Sociable hours. Fresh, quality food. Newly renovated kitchen. We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Head Chef to oversee our busy, modern restaurant at Hamstreet Garden Centre. As Head Chef, you will oversee the daily running of our kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of food preparation, presentation and hygiene. You will lead by example, cooking a wide range of freshly made dishes from our extensive menu and supporting the team during peak service. Key responsibilities include: - Leading and motivating the kitchen team - Cooking and preparing fresh food to order - Ensuring excellent food hygiene and safety practices - Managing stock, ordering and kitchen organisation - Supporting menu development and specials planning - Maintaining smooth service in a busy environment. We’re looking for someone who: - Has proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie looking to step up - Holds (or is working towards) NVQ Level 2/3 in catering or equivalent - Understands and upholds food safety and HACCP practices - Can manage a kitchen team with confidence and clarity - Works efficiently under pressure - Has a passion for fresh, quality food and great customer experience. A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is beneficial, but we offer full in-house training if required.