Senior Chef – Gourmet Takeaway (Ballymena)Award-Winning Establishment | Career Progression to Head Chef

Are you a talented chef with ambition, creativity, and a passion for delivering exceptional food? My client is looking for a Senior Chef/Sous Chef to for their renowned, award-winning gourmet takeaway in Ballymena is looking for a Senior Chef to join our thriving kitchen and take the next step toward leading it as Head Chef. This is a rare opportunity to make your mark in a well-established, high-quality culinary environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: £37,400 – £41,100
• Career progression to Head Chef
• One weekend off per month
• Free parking
• The chance to run the kitchen and develop new culinary ideas

About You:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about delivering high-quality gourmet dishes
• Looking to advance your career in a reputable establishment

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen
• Expertise in handling high-quality ingredients and bold flavours
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment

Why Join Us?

• Excellent salary: £37,400 – £41,100, reflecting your skills and experience
• Rapid career progression – mentorship & leadership training provided
• Creative influence – help shape the menu and bring fresh ideas to the table
• One weekend off per month – we value work-life balance
• Free parking – because we know the little things matter
• Work with premium ingredients to craft bold, innovative dishes
• Leadership potential – this role offers the opportunity to run the kitchen Supportive team culture in a high-energy kitchen

Your Future, Your Kitchen

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to step up, take ownership, and lead. Whether you're looking to elevate your career, refine your skills, or bring your creativity to an exciting new space, this is the perfect role for a chef ready to make an impact.

Call Lyndsay at Reed Recruitment today for a confidential chat!