Head Chef in Cardiff

Be Part of the Experience at Parallel

Nestled in the heart of Cardiff, Parallel is a vibrant and immersive dining destination that sits alongside its renowned sister restaurant, Pasture. Built around the theatre of live-fire cooking and exceptional hospitality, Parallel offers a dynamic, high-energy experience where guests can enjoy beautifully crafted food, outstanding drinks, and a front-row seat to the action. Our intimate dining room is centred around an open kitchen and chef's counter, allowing guests to watch the team work their magic while enjoying a menu of expertly crafted small plates and Parallel favourites. The menu evolves monthly, showcasing the very best seasonal ingredients from Wales and the West Country, ensuring every visit offers something new to discover.

Adding to the experience is the exciting new Parallel Bar – a sleek and stylish cocktail destination in its own right. Here, guests can enjoy expertly mixed cocktails, carefully selected wines, premium spirits, and delicious nibbles while watching the theatre of our talented bartenders at work. Whether stopping in for pre-dinner drinks, settling in for an evening with friends, or making the bar the main event, Parallel Bar offers an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and welcoming.

At Parallel, creativity, craftsmanship, and genuine hospitality are at the heart of everything we do. We’re always looking for passionate, talented individuals who want to be part of a team dedicated to delivering memorable experiences and pushing the boundaries of what hospitality can be. Croeso i Parallel — welcome to something special.

What you’ll be doing

• As Head Chef, you’ll be responsible for every aspect of the kitchen, leading from the front, developing your team, and delivering consistent quality, service, and systems.
• You’ll create an environment where standards are high, people are supported, and everything runs with clarity and confidence.
• You’ll also be a key part of the guest experience, working from an open kitchen and connecting with diners throughout service.
• Lead, train, and develop a focused, motivated kitchen team.
• Create a strong, inclusive culture where people grow and take pride in their work.
• Manage all kitchen systems: prep, ordering, GP, stock, rotas, and compliance.
• Maintain full food safety and cleanliness standards, always five-star EHO ready.
• Run clear, calm, high-energy services with consistency and control.
• Interact confidently with guests at the kitchen bar and lead hospitality from the pass.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to deliver a smooth, unified guest experience.
• Set the creative and professional tone for everything that happens in the kitchen.

You

• You’re passionate, focused, and deeply committed to doing things properly, from how a tomato is sliced to how a new chef is trained.
• You lead with clarity, keep a cool head under pressure, and care about the team as much as the food.
• You understand that great kitchens are built on great culture, and you set that standard every day.
• You’re confident on the pass, calm in the chaos, and proud of the energy and care you bring to your work.
• Whether it’s service, systems, or standards, you own it.

Benefits at Pasture

• The hourly rate shown includes a competitive share of Tronc: 100% of Tronc is distributed to the staff.
• 28 days holiday - including bank holidays.
• 20% off food and drink in our restaurants for up to six people.
• Opportunity for growth and progression.
• Long service benefits.
• 1 day of paid volunteering per year, with a charity of your choice.
• Regular staff trips are arranged to our farm and to our suppliers.
• Employee assistance program provided by Hospitality Action.
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay.
• Wagestream.
• Company events and parties.