Absolute Taste - Fenwick Sites (St George's Street)
Chef
Who Are Absolute Taste and What Do We Do?
We are an innovative culinary and customer service provider, dedicated to delivering inspirational food and experiences that redefine customer satisfaction. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for pushing boundaries, we continue to grow from strength to strength.
As a small, dynamic team of event professionals, we specialize in creating exciting, well‑managed, and sustainable events, while fostering strong working relationships. We're looking for individuals who share our fun, resilient, and hardworking values to join our supportive, high‑performing team.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly regarded organisation dedicated to success and a positive, empowering culture.
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced Chef to be a part of our busy kitchen team. This is a 160 seat Restaurant / Coffee Shop within the Fenwick retail store of the Royal Victoria Centre serving Classic Seasonal British Cuisine & Main Course Salads. From Eggs Royal to Fully Loaded Burger to Beetroot Salad w Za’Atar Spice. In addition, Cakes, Brownies and Pastries and lighter bites to accompany a coffee or a more elaborate Signature Afternoon Tea.
Location: The Eatery Fenwick Canterbury
Working Hours - 0 hour contract covering summer Holidays, Monday to Sunday availability needed.
Your key responsibilities as a Chef will be :
- Prepare and deliver high-quality dishes in line with our food standards and style.
- Contribute creative menu ideas to the Sous Chef and Head Chef.
- Follow weekly rotational menus, ensuring all menu items are prepared consistently.
- Support the Sous Chef in supervising, coaching and developing the kitchen team.
- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment at all times.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety, COSHH and fire regulations.
- Assist with stock control, reducing wastage and working within agreed food cost budgets.
- Complete accurate month-end stock takes in a timely manner.
- Lead by example, promoting teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect within the kitchen.
What We’re Looking For
- A passionate chef with a strong commitment to producing exceptional food.
- Experience working in a busy, professional kitchen environment.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- The ability to supervise, motivate and support other team members.
- A good understanding of food safety, health & safety and kitchen compliance.
- Strong awareness of stock management, food costs and minimising waste.
- A positive attitude with a collaborative, team-focused approach.
- Reliable, proactive and able to perform well under pressure.
- A willingness to contribute ideas and continuously improve standards.
Why Join Absolute Taste?
Working with us means joining a fast‑growing, innovative company that is redefining culinary and event experiences. You’ll be part of a supportive, resilient team that values creativity, development, and having fun at work.
We offer:
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Company Pension Scheme
- Life assurance
- Thorough training and ongoing development
- A positive, empowering culture where your growth matters
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
Chef in Royal Tunbridge Wells employer: The Menu Partners
At The Menu Partners, we pride ourselves on being a dynamic and supportive employer, offering our HGV Drivers a competitive salary of £44,000 alongside 20 days of holiday plus bank holidays. Our fast-growing company culture fosters ongoing training and career development, ensuring that our team members thrive in their roles while delivering exceptional service to premium hospitality customers across London.
