At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic kitchen team, ensuring top-notch food quality and guest experience.
- Company: Join Trading Post Coffee Roasters, a vibrant artisan coffee and hospitality business.
- Benefits: Enjoy bonuses, share options, free food, and mental health support.
- Other info: Opportunities for personal growth and a commitment to diversity.
- Why this job: Be a culinary leader in a fast-paced environment with a focus on sustainability.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for inspiring others.
The predicted salary is between 24960 - 30000 £ per year.
Trading Post Coffee Roasters is an artisan coffee roasting and hospitality business that, since opening in 2017, has expanded to serve freshly roasted coffee, brunch, and cocktails across Brighton and Sussex.
Exceptional coffee and quality food is at the heart of everything we do and who we are.
We always aspire to deliver the best quality, consistency, and service in all our Coffee Houses.
We believe that small change can make a big difference with sustainability and our environment.
We roast organic and Rainforest Alliance certified coffee beans.
This directly helps the farmers and the community they live in.
Why Join Us...
- Quarterly performance related bonus scheme up to £4,000 per year
- Annual performance related bonus scheme up to 5% annual salary
- Company share options
- Free food and coffee whilst on shift
- 50% off all food and beverage atevery Trading Post Coffee Roasters Coffee House
- Retaildiscount on our in-house coffee blends and single origins
- Free access to mental health advice
- Free access to financial advice
- Employeeprogression plans
We are looking for a passionate Head Chefwho thrives under pressure and has a natural ability to lead and inspire theperformance of the kitchen to ensure team members and guests have a greatexperience every visit.
As a Head Chef you’ll be a true leaderwith a big personality that embodies what great hospitality looks like.
You’llbe leading and engaging the team to deliver great hospitality and impeccablestandards whilst driving sales and a strong commercial performance.
Specifically you’ll be responsible for all aspects of the kitchen operation andperformance, including food, health and safety, menu development, food qualityand standards, brand standards, kitchen operations, guest experience, ordering, stock management, sales and profit.
The Skills We are Looking For...
- Strongorganisational skills and the ability to quickly prioritise tasks
- Abilityto use initiative to problem solve and work well under pressure
- Dedicatedteam-player with an 'all in this together' attitude and results-driven
- Mindfulof observing and safeguarding safety standards
- Enthusiasticwith an eagerness to learn new skills
- Commitmentto personal and professional development
- Aneffective communicator to enable dialogue with teammates and customers
What You Can Expect Your Responsibilities to Be...
- Managingall aspects of a high-volume and fast-paced kitchen
- Leadyour team to follow the company specification for all food
- Supportin the development of all kitchen team members, identify learning needs, and deliver training where required
- Motivateall team members to deliver their best selves at all times
- Managethe commercials of your kitchen, including sales, labour & stock control
- Displaya smart and professional appearance, always striving to represent Trading Post Coffee Roasters in a positive way
If this sounds like you then we'd love tohear from you. Please submit a copy of your CV alongside your application.
Only those eligible to work in the UK orhave a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for this position.
Trading Post Coffee Roasters is an equalopportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating aninclusive environment for all candidates and employees.
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Trading Post Coffee Roasters is an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the culinary world. With a strong focus on sustainability and quality, employees enjoy a supportive work culture that fosters teamwork and personal growth, alongside enticing staff perks. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers the chance to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment while being part of an expanding group dedicated to exceptional service.
