Head Chef

Head Chef at Street Corner in Bournemouth, on Only Chefs.

Employer: Street Corner
Location: Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Salary: £15 – £25/hour
Contract: Full Time
Closes: 2026-11-26

About the role

Street Corner is now under new management and ownership and will continue as an independent restaurant in Bournemouth serving modern small plates inspired by the South Coast and flavours from around the world and the already famous Sunday roasts.

We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to take ownership of our kitchen and help establish Street Corner as a great local place to eat.

The role

This is an opportunity for a chef who wants creative input and genuine ownership rather than simply following an established menu.

You will be responsible for:

Leading and managing the kitchen
Developing and refining our small-plates menu
Creating dishes that are modern, accessible and full of flavour
Making the most of local and seasonal produce
Managing food preparation, ordering and stock control
Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards
Managing food costs and minimising waste
Training and supporting kitchen staff
Ensuring consistent quality throughout service

The food

Our style is modern, relaxed and designed to share.

Expect dishes influenced by the Caribbean, Latin America, Mediterranean and wider global food culture, alongside local Dorset produce.

We don’t want a stereotypical restaurant We want a chef who can take those influences and turn them into interesting, contemporary small plates.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who:

Has solid experience as a Head Chef or experienced Sous Chef
Is confident running a kitchen independently
Has a genuine passion for food
Enjoys developing dishes and menus
Understands food costs and kitchen margins
Has strong hygiene and organisational standards
Can lead a small team without unnecessary drama
Is reliable, hands-on and commercially minded
Wants to have a real influence on a new restaurant

What we offer

Up to £18 per hour depending on experience + tips

Opportunity to shape the menu from the beginning
Creative freedom and input into the food concept
Independent restaurant environment
Evening-focused service
Small, close-knit team
Opportunity to grow with the business

Hours: Tuesday–Sunday, predominantly evenings

Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch Road

Interested?

If you’re an experienced chef who wants to put your own stamp on a new restaurant, we’d like to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a short introduction, including your current/most recent role and your availability.

Street Corner – Modern small plates. Local ingredients. Global influences.

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