We’re recruiting for a Head Chef to take ownership of a well-loved, growing café operation in Gloucester. This is a visible, open-kitchen role with real influence over food, systems, and how the business evolves.
No evenings. No late nights. Just great food, strong leadership, and a balanced working week.
Benefits
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£32,000–£34,000 per year (depending on experience)
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40 hours per week, 5 days
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Daytime-only operation – no evenings
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Open, customer-facing kitchen
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Real input into menu development and business decisions
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Supportive owner-led business
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Opportunity to grow with the café as it develops
Responsibilities as Head Chef
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Lead the kitchen day-to-day with consistency and high standards
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Develop and refine a seasonal, creative, and commercially sound brunch menu
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Source quality ingredients and manage supplier relationships
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Control food costings, GP, stock, and waste
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Put clear, practical systems in place to support smooth service
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Train, support, and develop the kitchen team
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Work closely with FOH to improve communication and service flow
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Take ownership of food safety, EHO compliance, and kitchen records
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Play an active role in wider business decisions alongside management
What We’re Looking For
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An experienced chef confident in from-scratch cooking
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Proven leadership experience in a kitchen environment
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Strong understanding of food costs, consistency, and quality control
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Comfortable working in an open kitchen and engaging with FOH
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Experience in independent or owner-led businesses preferred
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Confident working independently, including lone working for part of the week
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A team player who’s happy to muck in during busy services
The Environment
The kitchen team includes the Head Chef, one full-time chef, and one part-time chef, supported by a cross-trained FOH team. The role includes some lone working, making it ideal for a confident, organised chef who enjoys autonomy and ownership.
If you’re looking for a Head Chef role with sociable hours, real influence, and the chance to shape a growing business, this is a fantastic opportunity.
Apply now with your CV, or get in touch to discuss the role in more detail.
