Head Chef - E C S I Ltd - London

Looking to work daytime hours alongside passionate teams using fresh, quality produce? Then look no further at Colicci our Head Chefs have all this and so much more! Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's Iconic green spaces. Our Dulwich Park café is a vibrant destination for locals and visitors, known for its fantastic coffee, freshly made food, and warm hospitality. We're looking for a hands-on Head Chef to oversee our all day dining menus and to take charge of our kitchen, leading a passionate team, and delivering an exceptional food offer made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. If you're a natural leader with a zest for hospitality, this is your chance to make your mark in a fast-paced, people-first environment. What You’ll Be Doing:

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the kitchen - ensuring smooth operations and maintaining top food quality.
• Bringing energy - managing operations efficiently and proactively.
• Building & mentoring your team - developing skills, training chefs and ensuring high standards.
• Managing stock & suppliers - maintaining fresh ingredients and controlling costs.
• Ensuring excellence in hygiene & safety - upholding the highest kitchen and food safety standards.
• Collaborating with the General Manager - driving the café's success through an outstanding food offering.

Qualifications:

• An experienced chef - with a background in café, casual dining, or restaurant kitchens.
• A skilled leader - with experience running a kitchen and managing a team.
• A quality-obsessed chef - committed to using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• A cool head under pressure - keeping the energy high in a busy, fast-paced.
• A problem-solver - able to think on your feet and handle the unexpected.
• A hands-on team player - leading by example and always up for a challenge.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary + performance bonus - your success is rewarded.
• Excellent Worklife Balance - Cafe Opening hours 9am to 5pm in Winter and 6pm in Summer.
• Paid Breaks - for all team members.
• Free Food & Hot Beverages - choose a menu item of your choice whilst on shift.
• Exciting career growth - be part of a thriving, growing business.
• Team discounts - enjoy 40% off across all our sites.
• A supportive team culture - where passion thrives.

Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.

Ready to lead something special? We'd love to hear from you. Our third Cafe space in the London Borough of Southwark, Pavilion Cafe benefits from vistas over the "Oval" green space and towards the Lake. Designed by award-winning architects Bell Phillips, the crisp curves of the building follow the paths of the park, lake edge and mature trees. Enjoy our signature specialty coffee blends, our seasonal all-day hot food menu and our irresistible Sourdough pizzas fresh from the oven for all the family to enjoy.