Coffee Culture owns several independent coffee houses across the county and are a specialist coffee roasters in Worcestershire. We are acquiring a new site in ledbury, which is currently operating as a well established brunch and lunch cafe._The current owners are retiring and we are purchasing the café business as a ongoing concern from _January _2026. We're looking for a champion in the kitchen to lead a small team with 1) maintaining its already high standard and 2) bring some fresh thoughts to the menu to match the good coffee experience we are famous for. Our thoughts are to create a bistro concept with _European _comfort food and _New Zealand brunch._We are looking for an enthusiastic, trained chef who will join us in developing the__brunch and lunch food menu and help develop the existing baking__products.__This is a daytime gig but are looking to potentially grow into a few evenings a week for__a small, dinner party style service in the second quarter of 2026. Plenty of scope to__grow in our business and would love to develop this role to be a head of food as we__grow our coffeehouse & cafe portfolio across the West Midlands and the Cotswolds over the next 3 years.__We like warm and welcoming people to work within the small, but humour filled team.__you won't be treated like a robot or a corporate number! parking is provided at the__store and can be flexible hours but must be able to work weekends.__Job Overview:__Key Responsibilities__• Lead and motivate the kitchen team__• Manage menu development, food prep, and inventory__• Oversee recruitment, training, and scheduling__• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards__• Collaborate with front of house for smooth service__• Monitor costs and minimise waste__What We're Looking For__• Experience managing a fast-paced kitchen (2 years preferred)__• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills__• Creative, reliable, and detail-oriented__• Financially aware and results-driven__This role is essential in ensuring that our food production and preparation processes__run smoothly, contributing to the overall success of our kitchen operations. The ideal__candidate will have a strong background in food safety and culinary practices, with a__keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality dishes._Job Type: Full-timePay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per yearBenefits: Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Store discountWork Location: In person