Date posted: 18 November 2025

Pay: £36,000.00-£40,000 per year

Job Description:

Are you a Head Chef looking for more sociable working hours, offering a perfect work life balance. Would you like to work for a popular Bistro coffee shop in a venue that characterized by its beautiful views overlooking the River Thames, creating a tranquil backdrop.

Customers frequently rave about the exceptional quality of the food, highlighting specialties and describing as remarkable.

The venue has a fantastic vibe, is very popular meeting spot with its warm modern inside area and a large outside terrace opening with stunning views.

Job Specification: Head Chef – Coffee Shop

Kingston up Thames

7am - 3pm

5 out of 7 day shifts

As the Head Chef , you will be creative with , with a passion for fresh, high-quality food. You will be responsible for leading the kitchen operations of a busy, high-quality coffee shop

This role involves menu development, food preparation, staff management, inventory control, and ensuring consistent delivery of fresh, appealing, and cost-effective dishes that complement the café’s beverage offering. The Head Chef maintains high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and efficiency.

Create and update seasonal menus that align with the coffee shop’s brand, customer preferences, and cost targets.

Develop recipes, maintain portion controls, and ensure consistency across all dishes.

Introduce new dishes, specials, and bakery/pastry items where appropriate.

Kitchen Operations

Team Leadership & Training

Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen staff, including cooks, prep staff, and kitchen assistants.

Motivate the team and maintain a positive, productive kitchen culture.

Inventory & Cost Control

Manage stock levels, conduct regular inventory checks, and place supplier orders.

Control food costs, reduce waste, and maintain profitability targets.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef

Strong culinary skills with an understanding of breakfast, brunch, and light lunch menus.

Knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen best practices.

Knowledge of vegetarian, vegan, or dietary-specific menu development.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Store discount

Work Location: In person