Café All Rounder/ lead

Kitchen Lead – Fen Lane Deli, Beccles, Suffolk

Full or Part Time | Daytime Hours | Friendly Team | Seasonal, Fresh, Local Food

Fen Lane Deli is a welcoming café in the heart of Beccles, known for great coffee, fresh seasonal menus, and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. We\’re looking for a Kitchen Lead to take charge of our kitchen operations and help shape our ever-evolving menu.

What you\’ll do:

Run the kitchen day-to-day, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation

Work closely with the manager to create and deliver delicious, seasonal menus

Order from trusted suppliers and source high-quality, local ingredients

Experiment with new dishes and ideas to keep things fresh and exciting

Occasionally assist with barista duties when needed

Confidently work independently in the kitchen

What we\’re looking for:

A passion for good food and local ingredients

Experience in a café or kitchen setting

Creativity and a proactive approach to menu planning

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Someone friendly, reliable, and happy to be part of a small team

Weekend availability is essential

Hours: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm (no evening work)

What we offer:

Full or part-time hours available (depending on the right candidate)

Supportive, friendly team environment

Daytime-only hours – enjoy your evenings off

Opportunity to have real input into our seasonal menu and food offering

If you love creating great food and want to be part of a warm, community-focused café, we\’d love to hear from you

To apply:

Send your CV and a short note about yourself to Lianne at

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £12.21-£13.50 per hour

Work Location: In person