Chef

Line Chef - Mostly Day Shifts (Some Evenings in Summer) Location: The Perch, Lancing Beach

Join the award-winning team at The Perch - a busy, independent beachside café restaurant serving great food from breakfast through to late afternoon, 364 days a year. We're known for stunning views, warm hospitality, and a vibrant mix of takeaway and dine-in service.

About the Role:

You'll be part of a fast-paced kitchen team, preparing fresh, high-quality dishes throughout the day. Shifts are mostly daytime, with some evening work during the busy summer period. Our modern, electric kitchens (plus an outdoor pizza oven!) are well-equipped and highly organised.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and plate dishes to spec
• Manage grill, salad, takeaway, and pass sections
• Handle deliveries, stock rotation, and waste control
• Keep the kitchen spotless and well-stocked
• Support the Head Chef with orders, hygiene, and training

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in a busy kitchen
• Food hygiene certificate
• Grill/pizza experience (a bonus)
• Organised, clean, and calm under pressure
• Great communicator and team player
• Passion for food and high standards

Come be part of a team that works hard, has fun, and serves up food we're proud of

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Discounted food
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• On-site gym

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Weekend availability