About Canalside
We are a family run farm that has been growing its own produce for the past 40 years.
It was back in 1983 that we bought this small holding in Great Haywood and planted our first strawberries that spring. From the beginning we have provided soft summer fruits, kitchen vegetables and garden plants directly to businesses across the region, and also to the local community from our Farm Shop – one of Staffordshire’s first!
We have continued to grow and develop our offering to customers over the years, and have since: extended our Farm Shop (twice!); built a new Café alongside the historic Trent and Mersey Canal; developed our Pick Your Own experience to include Halloween pumpkins; established a seasonal Plant Centre in our main glasshouse; and created a programme of inspirational, educational events for all the family to enjoy.
We think we have created something special at Canalside, but don’t take our word for it, come and see for yourself!
Meet The Team
Chris
Owner
Wendy
Owner
Geoff
Canalside General
Manager
Anna
Head of Business
Development
Current Job Opportunities
Cafe Head Chef
Full-time 5 day role available, (one weekend day) 7am-4pm.
Our Café is an essential aspect of our Business’s overall Retail & Hospitality proposition - it provides customers with quality food & drink and exceptional customer service.
As our Café’s Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading a small team who prepare and cook a variety of dishes in our busy, fast paced café. Reporting to the Hospitality Manager, your role is vital in creating a delightful dining experience for our customers; using your core skills in culinary techniques and meal preparation, you will utilise your kitchen experience to craft delicious meals whilst ensuring high standards in food safety and quality. Join us to showcase your culinary talents and passion for food!
We are a family run Farm, Shop & Cafe situated on the beautiful Trent & Mersey Canal. We aim to use locally sourced ingredients wherever possible, & when our own produce is in season these are a big part of the meals that we offer in the Cafe.
All our Café Colleagues engage with our customers and are required at all times to be friendly, professional, and knowledgeable to ensure the high level of customer service standards we expect. Our Colleagues must adhere to our strict food safety standards, our presentation and hygiene standards, as well as displaying the flexibility required to ensure a small but busy operation like ours continues to successfully operate.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Preparation of food to the standards outlined by the Business, accurately, efficiently and with minimal waste;
- Drive the decision making on menu changes;
- Must be aware of allergen requirements & how to serve these foods safely.
Qualifications
- Proven culinary experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Strong food preparation and cooking skills
- Prior experience in leading a kitchen environment is required
- Extensive knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
- Ability to efficiently prepare and serve meals
- Excellent kitchen experience with a focus on meal preparation
To apply for this role please send a CV and cover letter to recruitment@canalsidefarm.co.uk
