Job Title: Head Chef - Cafe & Deli Job Term: Permanent Location: Beverley, East Yorkshire Salary: upto £30,000 Hours: 40 hours - Evenings off Live in: No Job Number: 24,00253 Are you a passionate and experienced Head Chef ready to lead a dynamic kitchen team and make your mark at one of East Yorkshire's premier garden centre cafés? This busy garden centre Café is looking for a culinary leader to drive innovation, deliver exceptional quality, and ensure the smooth operation of their bespoke kitchen. About Us Located within a thriving independent garden centre, it offers vibrant, comforting dishes, alongside spectacular specials, all made using locally sourced ingredients. They pride themselves on quality food, efficient service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Your Role As Head Chef, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring a seamless service that upholds their high standards. You will lead, inspire, and manage the kitchen team while driving culinary innovation and maintaining operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead smooth and efficient kitchen services, ensuring consistency and adherence to the company standards. Manage all kitchen staff, including rotas, training, appraisals, and disciplinary matters in collaboration with our Food & Beverage (F&B) Manager. Develop, source, cost, and train team members on new menus and specials. Oversee stock ordering, inventory, and supplier relationships to ensure high-quality ingredients and cost efficiency. Maintain staff morale, efficiency, and a high standard of quality in all kitchen operations. Ensure adherence to food safety standards and HACCP compliance, maintaining a 5-star EHO rating. Work with the F&B Manager to design and deliver memorable food offerings for events. Maintain great customer service through our open kitchen pass. What We Are Looking For Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, preferably in a similar setting. A flair and passion for food with a creative approach to menu development. A culinary qualification or equivalent experience. Experience in costing and managing a kitchen budget. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP compliance. Ability to work collaboratively with front-of-house teams and management. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Ambition to elevate the café's offering to new heights What We Offer Competitive salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum, based on experience. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities to contribute to an evolving menu and retail offering. No late nights - work hours typically between 6:30am-5:00pm or 7:00am-5:30pm, 4 days a week, including a minimum of 1 weekend day. Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year's Day, and Easter Sunday off. Staff discount: 10% off in the Garden Centre and 20% off food offering (after probation). Free onsite parking and easy access via bus routes between Hull & Beverley. Manage a dedicated team of 7-10 kitchen staff, with the kitchen running with a minimum of 4 staff per day (more during peak periods). The opportunity to be part of a growing and reputable café within a vibrant garden centre setting. If you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity and make your mark we'd love to hear from you. Apply today Apply for this position below (You must be eligible to work in the UK)