Head Chef Brookmans Park

Breakfast Chef £42,000 - £47,000 7:30am-4:30pm Monday to Friday Brookmans Park area We are looking for a talented and passionate Chef to join our team! This is an excellent opportunity for a chef seeking work-life balance with daytime hours (no nights!) Breakfast Chef Summary : • Work closely with the owners in a supportive kitchen team contributing ideas to develop the menu, with kitchen assistants and porters, helping to maintain high cleanliness standards. • The kitchen focuses on fresh food prepared in-house, including classic breakfast and brunch dishes cooked to a high standard, alongside new and evolving brunch and lunch menu items inspired by current food trends. • Presentation is important, so we are looking for a chef who enjoys creative plating and producing visually appealing dishes. • As an independent venue, you will have direct access to the owners, quick decision-making, and the opportunity to suggest improvements to the menu, kitchen equipment, and operations. • Working with high-quality fresh ingredients and contributing to a growing food concept. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook fresh breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes • Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation • Contribute ideas for new menu items and daily specials • Ensure the kitchen meets all food safety and HACCP standards • Work efficiently within a small kitchen team • Help deliver a consistently excellent guest experience What We’re Looking For • Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Chef in fresh food kitchens • Experience working with breakfast, brunch or café-style menus is beneficial • A friendly and positive team player with a no-ego attitude • Passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and quality cooking • Strong attention to presentation and plating Ideal For : a Chef de Partie, Senior Chef de Partie, or experienced Breakfast/Brunch Chef looking for a stable daytime position with creative input and a strong work-life balance. Benefits Excellent Salary + Tips Free meals on duty Free nearby car parking Creative input into menu development Work directly with the owners in an independent business Cover the above, then apply now! Please note, that due to the number of applications we receive, we can only reply to shortlisted applicant. We are no accepting telephone enquiries on this job, apply with an up to date cv only please.