HEAD CHEF – FOREST CAFÉ, MIDMAR

Salary: £33,000 per year + tips
Location: Midmar (Daily transport provided from Café Ahoy)
We’re on the hunt for a skilled and enthusiastic Head Chef to take the reins at Forest Café – Midmar. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and top-notch brunch and lunch offerings, this is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-performing kitchen within a respected hospitality group.
About the Role
As Head Chef, you’ll take full control of kitchen operations—ensuring dishes are consistent, high-quality, and efficiently produced. You’ll play a key role in team leadership and development, while driving excellence across all aspects of kitchen service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation and service, focusing on quality and presentation
• Ensure consistency and excellence in every dish that leaves the pass
• Support and motivate your team to work efficiently during busy service periods
• Train, mentor, and build a strong, capable kitchen team
• Maintain all kitchen records including CookSafe compliance, temperature checks, and cleaning logs
• Manage kitchen costs and work within agreed GP targets
• Take full responsibility for kitchen hygiene, food safety, and team management

What You’ll Get

• £33,000 annual salary
• Equal share of generous tips
• 25% staff discount at all Watermelon Catering venues
• 15% discount at Treehouse Homestores
• Free meal every shift
• Access to regular company events and recognition programs

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Work Location: In perso

• Oversee daily food preparation and service, focusing on quality and presentation
• Ensure consistency and excellence in every dish that leaves the pass
• Support and motivate your team to work efficiently during busy service periods
• Train, mentor, and build a strong, capable kitchen team
• Maintain all kitchen records including CookSafe compliance, temperature checks, and cleaning logs
• Manage kitchen costs and work within agreed GP targets
• Take full responsibility for kitchen hygiene, food safety, and team managemen