Job Role: Chef
Location: The Hollies Farm Shop - Lower Stretton
Type of contract: Full time
Reports to: Kitchen - Supervisor/Manager
As a Kitchen Chef at The Hollies Farm Shop, Lower Stretton, you’ll be a key member of a small kitchen team, integral to the daily operations within the department & ensuring it runs smoothly and efficiently throughout the day. This is a dynamic, hands-on role and you'll play a key part in maintaining high standards and the overall success of the department. You will be required to support the kitchen team in preparing fresh food while maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and presentation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Team & Operational Support
- Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe environment according to health and safety guidelines.
- Represent the department in dealings with suppliers, EHO’s and suppliers in the absence of the supervisor/manager’s.
- Comply and monitor with daily HACCP, LOGIT checks.
- Accommodate EHO visits and ensure compliance is met.
- Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and compliance.
- Food preparation, ensure all dishes meet quality standards.
- Ensure consistency during busy breakfast, brunch, and lunch services.
- Work seamlessly with other departments to ensure smooth running of daily operations
- Opening & Closing Responsibilities - Assist with opening/closing the kitchen, including cleaning and equipment shutdown.
- Adhere to strict to allergen procedures and prevent cross-contamination
- Create and maintain a positive, collaborative working atmosphere
- Report concerns to the Kitchen supervisor/manager, as soon as possible
- Collaborate with kitchen team to provide excellent food and service
- Maintain a consistent, seamless service in the absence of supervisor/manager.
2. Customer experience
- Provide excellent customer service, assist customers, and handle complaints professionally – Escalating where necessary.
3. Inventory & stock control
- Monitor stock levels, rotate products (fridge/freezer/displays), and minimise waste
- Maintain accurate inventory records
4. Storeroom organisation
- Keep stock areas orderly and accessible
- Ensure inventory storage supports efficiency and cleanliness
You’ll have:
- Strong initiative and sound decision‑making abilities
- High standards of cleanliness and attention to hygiene protocols
- A proactive approach to safety and compliance across the department
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Chef - Lower Stretton employer: The Hollies Farm Shop
The Hollies Farm Shop offers a unique opportunity for chefs to thrive in a vibrant, family-run environment where creativity and passion for food are celebrated. With a strong focus on employee growth and collaboration, team members enjoy a supportive work culture that values high standards of service and hygiene. Located in a picturesque setting, this role not only allows you to showcase your culinary skills but also to engage with a community that appreciates quality and local produce.
