Kiln is a vibrant neighbourhood restaurant located in the dynamic and creative Ouseburn in Newcastle. Specialising in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, we focus on bold flavours, open fire cooking, and shared dining at its heart. Established over 7 years, Kiln has become a mainstay of the Newcastle dining scene, with a strong ethos of sustainability, innovation and progression.We are now looking for a passionate and ambitious chef ready to take the step into a Head Chef role. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef to take the reins in a well-regarded kitchen with the support and structure to succeed.The right candidate will:Have 2+ years of experience in a Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior kitchen role

Be confident leading a team and running smooth, high-quality services

Possess a strong passion for food, seasonality and kitchen culture

Be keen to learn and develop in kitchen management (rota, GP%, compliance)

Be calm, organised and hands-on at all times

Key responsibilities include:Taking ownership of daily service and food standards

Leading and mentoring the kitchen team

Collaborating with the General Manager on menu development

Ensuring consistency, cleanliness and kitchen morale

Working closely with suppliers to uphold quality and sustainability

In return, we offer:Competitive salary for the right candidate (£2830k DOE)

Monthly tips and performance bonus

Balanced rota with input on scheduling

Staff food and generous discounts

Opportunity to develop your own ideas and evolve a respected food offering

Support from an experienced and hands-on senior management team

Job Type:

Full-timePay:

£28,000£30,000 per yearAdditional Pay:

Tips, Performance BonusSchedule:

Day and Night ShiftsWork Location:

In person

Ouseburn, Newcastle

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