Chef

About the role

Job Advert Chef – Exmouth Pavilion (Seafront Café & Theatre Venue) Love cooking but ready for a better work-life balance? This could be the role for you. Join the team at Exmouth Pavilion’s Theatre Café a unique seafront venue where no two days feel the same. You’ll be cooking for a mix of locals, visitors and theatre-goers, all while working in a small, supportive kitchen where your contribution really matters. This is a role where you can take ownership, work with autonomy and genuinely enjoy being in the kitchen again without the burnout that often comes with hospitality. Why this role stands out * No split shifts * Minimal late nights (mainly show evenings, usually done before 10pm) * Balanced hours built around the theatre programme * Real opportunity to run sections and work independently * Input into menus and growing our pre-theatre dining offer * Procure Wizard system to make stock and ordering simpler and smarter About the role You’ll work closely with our other Chefs to deliver a fresh, varied food offer across: * Breakfast and lunch service * Café favourites and light bites * Pre-theatre dining with exciting plans to expand into more creative, high-quality pre-show menus But this isn’t just a support role. You’ll be trusted to step up and run the kitchen when needed, maintaining standards and delivering great food whether you’re working solo or as part of the team. You’ll also: * Prepare fresh, high-quality dishes with consistency * Contribute ideas to menu development * Maintain excellent food hygiene and cleanliness standards * Manage deliveries, stock and organisation using Procure Wizard * Work flexibly as part of a small, collaborative team What we’re looking for We’re looking for someone who is confident, capable and enjoys taking ownership: * Experience in a busy kitchen * Level 2 Food Hygiene (or willing to gain) * Confidence to work independently * A team player who thrives in a close-knit environment * Positive attitude and strong attention to detail * Passion for food and delivering a great customer experience * Comfortable using basic systems for stock and ordering What you’ll get * 23 days holiday (pro rata), rising with service + bank holidays * Enhanced sick pay after probation * Free gym, swim and fitness membership * Staff discounts, EAP support and additional perks * Ongoing training, development and progression opportunities * Pension scheme and health cash plan Why join us? At Exmouth Pavilion, you’re not just another chef in a big brigade. You’ll be part of a team where your ideas are heard, your work is valued and you have the space to grow. Whether it’s helping shape our pre-theatre dining experience or confidently leading a shift, this is a role where you can develop, take ownership and make a real impact all in a unique seafront location. Diversity & Inclusion LED Group is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds what matters most is your enthusiasm, commitment and willingness to contribute.

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