Head Chef - Events Venue & Cafe
il y a 6 jours
Winchester
Head Chef - Unique Events Venue & Café Operation Location: Winchester Salary: £45,000 - £47,500 DOE Hours: 45 hours per week Host Staffing is proud to be working in partnership with an exciting and truly unique venue in Winchester to recruit a talented and driven Head Chef. This is not your typical kitchen role. The site blends a high-volume daytime café operation with a dynamic events space, hosting live music, weddings, and private functions alongside a strong breakfast and lunch trade from Monday to Saturday. The Role As Head Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen, leading a small team and delivering a diverse food offering that balances quality, consistency, and efficiency. Your week will include: Overseeing a busy breakfast and lunch service Planning and executing menus for private events and functions Managing kitchen operations around a varied and evolving events calendar Driving standards, systems, and team development What We're Looking For A current Head Chef or strong Events Head Chef ready to step up Experience in high-volume daytime service (brunch/breakfast-led operations ideal) Exposure to events, weddings, or banqueting is highly desirable Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills A hands-on approach with a passion for fresh, quality food What's on Offer Salary of £45,000 - £47,500 DOE 45-hour contract with a good work-life balance A creative and varied role - no two weeks are the same The opportunity to put your stamp on menus and events Work within a vibrant, growing venue with a great reputation This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who thrives in a diverse, fast-paced environment and is looking for a role that combines creativity with structure. To apply or find out more, please contact Mark Purton at Host Staffing. TPBN1_UKCT