Restaurant jobs in Newcastle upon Tyne NE5

About Us

Bandstand! is a vibrant all-day hospitality destination from the team behind Deep North, an established artisan doughnut and speciality coffee business with four successful sites across the North East.

Located in the heart of Newcastle's Exhibition Park, Bandstand! brings together speciality coffee, brunch, pizza, natural wine, craft beer, ice cream, retail and community events.

We're passionate about creating great food and drink in a relaxed, welcoming environment, focusing on quality ingredients, local suppliers and simple, well-executed dishes.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Chef to join our kitchen team.

You'll work across both our brunch and pizza menus, preparing and serving consistently high-quality food. You'll work alongside other chefs during busier periods while taking responsibility for running the kitchen independently on quieter days.

Strong brunch experience is essential, with pizza experience is desirable. You'll need to be organised, confident managing service and passionate about producing great food.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Service

• Prepare, cook and present dishes across our brunch and pizza menus to consistently high standards.
• Deliver efficient, organised service during breakfast, lunch and pizza service.
• Run the kitchen independently during quieter shifts.
• Work collaboratively with other chefs during busy periods.
• Manage daily preparation and mise en place.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, portion sizes and presentation.
• Contribute ideas for seasonal dishes and menu specials.

Kitchen Operations

• Organise daily kitchen preparation and service requirements.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and well-organised kitchen.
• Follow all food hygiene, health and safety and allergen procedures.
• Monitor stock levels, manage stock rotation and communicate ordering requirements.
• Minimise food waste through effective preparation and portion control.
• Complete opening, closing and food safety checks.
• Maintain kitchen standards when working independently.

Quality & Teamwork

• Take pride in the quality, flavour and presentation of every dish.
• Work with high-quality, seasonal ingredients and local produce.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen and front of house teams.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive working environment.
• Help maintain consistent standards across the venue.

What We're Looking ForEssential

• Previous professional kitchen experience, ideally as a Chef de Partie, Brunch Chef or similar.
• Strong experience preparing and cooking breakfast and brunch dishes.
• Confidence running a kitchen and managing service independently.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure.
• High standards of food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and allergen management.
• Reliability, flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Genuine passion for good food and quality ingredients.

Desirable

• Previous experience preparing and cooking pizza.
• Knowledge of pizza dough, fermentation and pizza ovens.
• Experience in independent cafés or restaurants.
• Interest in seasonal ingredients and local suppliers.
• Experience contributing to menu development.
• Level 2 Food Safety qualification or above.

Our Ideal Person

We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys cooking and cares about the food they produce.

You'll be confident working independently, but equally comfortable as part of a small team. You'll understand the importance of preparation, organisation and consistency, and take pride in delivering great food every time.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work across brunch and pizza menus.
• A creative, independent hospitality environment.
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and develop new dishes.
• A supportive, friendly team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A unique working environment in Exhibition Park.

Pay: £13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 35.0 per week

Work Location: In person