Join our thriving restaurant team as a Chef/Cook, preparing high-quality dishes for our customers while maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on culinary experience who thrives in a fast paced but friendly environment and is looking to grow within a supportive team.

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

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.

Inventory & stock control

Monitor stock levels, rotate products (fridge/freezer/displays), and minimise waste
Maintain accurate inventory records

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
Be able to stand for long periods of time
The resilience to handle pressure and fluctuating workloads
High standards of cleanliness and attention to hygiene protocols
A proactive approach to safety and compliance across the department

We'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join our team.