£28,000 – £33,000
Please send your CV to enquiries@oakbarnrestaurant.co.uk
The Oak Barn Restaurant is a privately owned, family run, 150 cover bar & restaurant situated in Mid-Sussex, close to Haywards Heath & Burgess Hill.
We are currently one of the top-rated restaurants in Sussex and are currently looking for a Chef De Partie to join our talented team to continue providing fantastic quality freshly cooked to order dishes.
Our freshly made Rosette standard seasonal menu is key to our business. It features modern British cuisine that combine the classics alongside more contemporary dishes. We also run specials which change daily.
In addition to this we also cater for large group bookings, weddings, and buffets so there is always plenty of variety.
Why work for The Oak Barn:
- Independent, family ran business
- Flexible shifts with excellent pay, tips & bonuses
- Two & half days off per week
- Serving food Monday – Saturday 12pm-3pm & 6pm-9pm & Sundays 12pm-7pm
- Out of the kitchen by approx. 9.15pm Monday-Saturday & 7.30pm on Sundays
- Great lifestyle balance
- Working in a brigade of 9 talented chefs
- No two days are the same
- Great training & progression prospects
We are looking for someone who:
- Has innovation, creativity and attention to detail
- Take ownership & pride of their station
- Relishes in the pressure of a fast paced kitchen environment
- Has a background working in Gastro pubs or hotels
- Ideally has their own transport
- Is used to working with fresh ingredients and places heavy emphasis on quality and consistency
- Has a good understanding of health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchen environment
Progression Prospects:
- Very experienced Chef Team who are willing to encourage, teach and train
- Opportunities for development and promotion
- NVQ training courses are available for those wishing to further develop their career
- An insight into maintaining GP’s & targets set by the business & Head Chef
Responsibilities:
- Checking & maintaining the cleanliness, organisation and standards within the kitchen
- Assisting the brigade for a smooth, safe and efficient running of the kitchen operation
- To assist in the training of younger members of the team
- Responsible for the day to day running of any given section
- Demonstrating a committed approach to maintain a consistent service
- Assisting the development of both the menus & daily specials
- Ensuring the quality of food is of the exceptional standard expected
- Be aware of health and safety and hygiene regulations & help maintain to a high standard
- Assisting with ordering on a daily basis, whilst keeping in mind stock usage, menu planning and business levels
