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Weekend Chef - 1882 Café & Bistro
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Every Saturday & Sunday, with additional shifts available to cover holidays, annual leave and busy seasonal periods.
Contract: Part-time, permanent
Role Overview
We're looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Weekend Chef to join the kitchen team at 1882 Café & Bistro in our busy Department Store.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys preparing fresh, high-quality food in a busy daytime kitchen. Our service focuses on breakfast and lunch only, meaning there are no evening shifts or late-night finishes.
Working alongside our kitchen team, you'll help deliver a consistently high standard of food during our busiest trading days.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and cook breakfast and lunch dishes to a consistently high standard.
Maintain excellent food quality and presentation.
Work efficiently during busy service periods.
Follow all food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures.
Assist with food preparation, stock rotation and ordering where required.
Keep your section clean, organised and compliant with health and safety standards.
Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team.
About You
Previous experience working as a chef or cook in a café, restaurant or hospitality environment.
A positive attitude with a strong work ethic.
Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Passion for producing fresh, quality food.
Food Hygiene Level 2 (preferred, but training can be provided).
Availability
Must be available to work every Saturday and Sunday.
Must be flexible to work additional shifts during holidays, to cover annual leave and throughout busy seasonal periods, including Christmas.
To apply: Send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and why you’re the right fit to recruitment@barkers.co.uk
Your CV may be shared internally for recruitment purposes.
Mint Velvet Part Time Style Advisor (4hrs)
Hours: 4 hours a week
Contact: Part-time, permanent
Role Overview, Key Responsibilities & About You
Weekday and weekend availability required.
Head Chef / Kitchen Manager - 1882 Café & Bistro
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 40 hours/week, daytime hours only, including weekends
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Role Overview
We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead our small but dynamic kitchen team. You’ll work closely with management to develop seasonal menus, manage kitchen operations, and ensure the highest standards of food quality and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a small kitchen team, including rota planning and holiday management
Shape and influence our seasonal menus, working closely with management on recipes, presentation, and new dish ideas
Maintain excellent EHO knowledge and compliance with all food safety regulations
Manage supplier relationships, inventory, and stock control efficiently
Oversee weekend and peak service, ensuring consistency and quality
Mentor and train kitchen staff to maintain high standards
About You
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a similar environment
Strong knowledge of food hygiene and EHO regulations
Experience managing inventory, ordering, and stock control
Experience managing a small team, rotas, and holidays
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Passionate about seasonal cooking and menu innovation, with a flair for creating dishes that stand out
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Full 40-hour contract with daytime hours only
Supportive and professional working environment
Opportunity to have a real creative impact on our menu and the direction of the bistro
A stable role within a well-established, busy business
To apply: Send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and why you’re the right fit to recruitment@barkers.co.uk
Your CV may be shared internally for recruitment purposes.
