Head Chef - Events Venue & Cafe

Head Chef - Unique Events Venue & Café Operation

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Location: Winchester
Salary: £45,000 - £47,500 DOE
Hours: 45 hours per week

Host Staffing is proud to be working in partnership with an exciting and truly unique venue in Winchester to recruit a talented and driven Head Chef.
This is not your typical kitchen role. The site blends a high-volume daytime café operation with a dynamic events space, hosting live music, weddings, and private functions alongside a strong breakfast and lunch trade from Monday to Saturday.
The Role
As Head Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen, leading a small team and delivering a diverse food offering that balances quality, consistency, and efficiency.
Your week will include:
Overseeing a busy breakfast and lunch service
Planning and executing menus for private events and functions
Managing kitchen operations around a varied and evolving events calendar
Driving standards, systems, and team development
What We're Looking For
A current Head Chef or strong Events Head Chef ready to step up
Experience in high-volume daytime service (brunch/breakfast-led operations ideal)
Exposure to events, weddings, or banqueting is highly desirable
Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
A hands-on approach with a passion for fresh, quality food
What's on Offer
Salary of £45,000 - £47,500 DOE
45-hour contract with a good work-life balance
A creative and varied role - no two weeks are the same
The opportunity to put your stamp on menus and events
Work within a vibrant, growing venue with a great reputation
This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who thrives in a diverse, fast-paced environment and is looking for a role that combines creativity with structure. xwzovoh

To apply or find out more, please contact Mark Purton at Host Staffing.