Chef

Chef

The Olive & Vine
Stubbington, Hampshire
£13.50–£14.00 per hour
Full-time or part-time considered

The Olive & Vine is a new independent hospitality venue opening in Stubbington, offering premium coffee, brunch, Mediterranean-inspired tapas, cocktails, wines and our signature Bottomless Buffet experience.

We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our kitchen team and help deliver consistent, high-quality food in a fresh and exciting new venue.

The Role

As Chef, you will support the Head Chef with food preparation, cooking, service and maintaining high kitchen standards.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with fresh food, takes pride in presentation and can work well as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food to a high standard
• Support brunch, tapas and Bottomless Buffet service
• Assist with prep, service and kitchen close-down
• Maintain food quality and consistency
• Follow food hygiene and health & safety procedures
• Support stock rotation and waste control
• Keep the kitchen clean, organised and ready for service
• Work well with the Head Chef and wider team
• Help create a positive kitchen culture

Requirements

• Previous chef/kitchen experience essential
• Restaurant, café, pub or fresh food kitchen experience preferred
• Good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety
• Reliable, organised and professional
• Able to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays
• Comfortable working in a busy service environment
• Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills

What We Offer

• £13.50–£14.00 per hour depending on experience
• Tips/tronc
• Staff meals whilst on shift
• Holiday entitlement
• Opportunity to be part of a new independent venue from the start
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Room to grow as the business develops

Schedule

• Day shifts
• Evening shifts
• Weekend availability required
• Bank holiday availability required

How to Apply

Please apply through Indeed with your CV and a short note about your previous kitchen experience.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, reliable under pressure and excited to be part of a new local hospitality business.

Reference: OLV-CHEF-001

Pay: £12.71-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person