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This is a unique opportunity to lead one of Sussex’s most highly regarded independent restaurants. If you are ready to take the reins and bring your creativity, leadership & culinary expertise to The Oak Barn Restaurant – we would love to hear from you! The Oak Barn is a family run, independent 150 cover restaurant in Sussex. We pride ourselves on creating seasonal menus using the finest locally sourced produce. The Ideal Candidate… • Solid & proven experience in a Head Chef role within restaurants or gastro pubs, • Strong background in a high-quality, fresh-produce kitchen, • Thrives under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment, • Creative flair with seasonal produce, • Excellent leadership, communication & mentoring skills, • Committed, consistent & detail-oriented work approach, • Strong understanding of GP, budgeting & food waste control, • Ability to manage sections the kitchen and team effectively, • Own transport essential, no accommodation provided Why Choose The Oak Barn… • Enjoy competitive pay, tips & bonuses (weekly paid, average £6,000* annually), • Work-life balance with 2.5 days off* & reasonable finish times, • Lead & work with a talented 8-chef brigade, • Cook with the best: fresh produce cooked fresh to order, • Family run & supportive atmosphere, • 45-50 hours* working week, • Flexible shifts with lifestyle friendly hours, • Oversee the daily running of your brigade (8 chefs & kitchen porters), • Lead & inspire the whole team with confidence, • Be the forefront of creating seasonal specials & menu development & planning, • Efficient event planning & co-ordination, • Prepare, cook and present fresh food to Rosette Standard and lead by example, • Manage ordering, stock control and GP awareness, • Organise rotas, teaching manuals & recipe manuals, • Mentoring all Chefs and support competent training, • Uphold health & safety regulations & standards, • Collaborate efficiently with Front of House Team The Oak Barn’s Food Service Times: • Monday – Saturday 12pm-3pm & 6pm-9pm, • Sunday 12pm – 7pm (*) On rare occasion, such as specific days or weeks of the year, or when necessary, work hours, shift coverage, pay & schedules may alter