Chef

Pay: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Job Title: Chef

WE'RE HIRING: CHEF

Do you love fresh food, local produce, and being part of something community‑driven?

We're looking for a full‑time Chef to join a daytime venue known for great lunches, quality coffee, and proper homemade bakes.

About the Role

You'll be working with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients to create fresh daytime dishes and contribute to a menu built around creativity, comfort, and quality. This is a hands‑on role with genuine input - not a place where you simply follow a script.

Why You'll Enjoy This Role

• Cook with fresh, locally sourced produce
• Work in a newly installed, modern kitchen
• Have creative freedom and input into menu development
• Enjoy daytime hours with no late nights
• Be part of a friendly, community‑focused environment

The Details

• Position: Full Time
• Location: Daytime hospitality venue in the Oxfordshire area

Who We're Looking For

• Passion for fresh, simple, well‑executed food
• A positive, can‑do attitude
• Someone who enjoys being part of a growing, community‑driven business

Job Description

As a Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering high‑quality daytime food using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. You'll work in a brand‑new kitchen, preparing lunch dishes, baked goods, and event menus - with plenty of opportunity to bring your own ideas to the table.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal daytime dishes
• Working with local suppliers and produce
• Supporting menu development with creative input
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation
• Assisting with prep, stock control, and kitchen organisation
• Participating in food events and community‑focused activities
• Working collaboratively within a supportive team

Candidate Must‑Haves

• Experience as a chef or strong professional kitchen background
• Passion for fresh, simple, well‑made food
• Creativity and enthusiasm for menu input
• Positive, reliable, team‑focused attitude
• Food hygiene knowledge (or willingness to obtain certification)

If you're a chef who wants to cook great food, enjoy your work, and be part of a genuine community space, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full‑time, Part‑time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• On‑site parking
• Store discount

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.