Head Chef – Café/Restaurant – Winchester
We're looking for a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen at our thriving café/restaurant in the heart of Winchester.
As Head Chef, you'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the kitchen, creating exciting seasonal menus, managing stock and suppliers, and leading a small team to deliver consistently high-quality food. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative chef who thrives in a fast-paced but friendly environment and is keen to put their own stamp on a growing business.
What we're looking for:
* Proven experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a similar environment
* Strong leadership and organisational skills
* A passion for fresh, seasonal, locally sourced food
* Ability to design and cost menus that balance creativity and profitability
* Excellent standards of food hygiene and kitchen management
What we offer:
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* Fantastic work/life balance - hours predominantly daytime
* Opportunities to shape menus and develop the food offering
* Supportive working environment with a close-knit team
* Staff discounts and perks
* A chance to be part of a well-loved Winchester destination
If you're ambitious, creative, and ready to take the lead in a kitchen where your ideas and talent will be valued, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£42,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person