Full job description
GENERAL INFORMATION:
About the role and its purpose
The Wesley Centre in Malton are looking for a passionate and creative Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. You will be responsible for developing and delivering fresh, seasonal menus using locally sourced ingredients.
* Job title: Head Chef.
* Location: The Wesley Centre, Saville Street, Malton, YO17 7LL.
* Responsible to: General Manager.
To find out more about this opportunity to work straight shifts – where you'll be in the kitchen more days than evenings and to see our renovated facilities, which include a brand new purpose-built commercial kitchen contact
MAKING AN APPLICATION:
As a part of the safer recruitment procedures all applications must be received by application form.
ABOUT US:
The Wesley Centre is set to become a vibrant and dynamic cultural venue in the heart of Malton. We are home to a 100-cover Café-Bistro and a 550-seat auditorium hosting classical music and cultural events. With daytime hours and just one or two evening events a month, we offer an excellent work-life balance — no split shifts, and a supportive, inclusive team.
At the Wesley Centre, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where every individual is valued and respected.
We actively encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in our sector, including but not limited to people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience relevant to our work.
We support flexible working arrangements and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to ensure an inclusive recruitment process.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
* Contract type: Full-time, part-time, permanent.
* Working hours: Up to 37 hours per week.
* Rate of pay: £16.63-£18.19 per hour (£32-£35k+).
* Location: The Wesley Centre, Saville Street, Malton, YO17 7LL.
* Working pattern: Anticipated early morning starts with straight shifts, working 5-days over 7. Depending on the events diary there will be the occasional need for evening and weekend working.
* Annual leave: Full time employees receive 33 days per annum, inclusive of public holidays. This amount is applied pro rata for part-time employees.
* Pension: There is a defined contribution pension scheme to which eligible staff will be auto enrolled.
* Probation: Appointments are conditional on the satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period. We reserve the right to extend this.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Company pension
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 05/10/2025