About Us:
We are a popular and cosy bar in Littledean with a loyal following. We are expanding our offering by launching an exciting, highly visual small-plates menu focusing on trendy Bao Buns, Modern Indian Tapas, and Indo-Chinese street food. We have a large, fully equipped kitchen that is ready for a talented chef to make their own. If you want creative freedom without the stress of a massive restaurant menu, this is the perfect role for you.
The Role:
We are looking for a passionate, organised, and creative chef to launch and run our new food operation. This role is an excellent opportunity for a talented Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie looking to step up into their first Head Chef position. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, managing prep schedules, maintaining high hygiene standards, and ensuring every single dish looks absolutely spectacular () before it leaves the pass. Because this is initially a small plates concept, your focus will be on efficient daytime batch prep so that evening service is fast, consistent, and smooth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daytime batch prep (sauces, slow-cooked fillings, marinades) for our small plates menu.
- Lead evening service, ensuring fast ticket times and beautiful plate presentation.
- Manage stock control, ordering, and kitchen wastage to maintain healthy food margins.
- Maintain impeccable food safety, hygiene, and allergen logs (HACCP).
- Work alongside the bar owner to refine and evolve the menu based on customer feedback.
What We Are Looking For:
- Proven kitchen experience at a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie level.
- Experience with or a passion for Asian, Indian, or street-food concepts is highly desirable.
- An eye for modern, beautiful food presentation.
- Strong organizational skills to manage prep efficiently for a Tuesday–Saturday schedule.
- Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 certification.
Benefits:
- Excellent work-life balance with Sundays and Mondays guaranteed off.
- Creative input into a brand-new, exciting menu concept.
- Friendly, relaxed, and supportive bar team environment.
Requirement:
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
To Apply:
Please submit your up-to-date CV and a brief cover note telling us about your favourite street food dish to cook!
