Overview
Head Chef - Cafe role at Chefs Recruitment (UK). Location: North Carlisle, Cumbria. Job type: Permanent. Salary: £15.50 per hour. Hours: 37.5 hours. Live in: No. This family run establishment is a welcoming Cumbrian café and restaurant with a traditional feel, serving fresh, homemade food prepared to order.
Menu includes daily specials, full breakfasts, homemade lunches, light bites, and a wide range of teas, coffees, lagers, ales and spirits. They offer gluten-free options and use locally sourced ingredients.
Responsibilities
* Oversee daily kitchen operations and manage a small kitchen team
* Prepare and cook high-quality breakfast and lunch dishes to order
* Maintain cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene standards (Level 2/3 Food Safety preferred)
* Plan and execute daily specials and seasonal updates to the menu
* Ensure consistent portion control, presentation, and food quality
* Manage stock levels, ordering, and supplier relationships
* Work collaboratively with front of house to ensure smooth service
* Monitor food costs and minimise waste
Requirements
* Proven experience in a chef or kitchen lead role (minimum 2 years)
* Strong knowledge of traditional British café food and breakfast service
* Ability to manage a small team and stay calm during busy service
* Comfortable with daytime hours and weekend shifts
* Understanding of dietary requirements, including gluten-free
* Positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine passion for fresh food
What We Offer
* £15.50 per hour
* Daytime hours only - great for work/life balance
* A supportive and friendly working environment
* Opportunity to shape menus and contribute creatively
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You must be eligible to work in the UK
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