Line Chef/ Grill Chef
- cardiff, wales, United Kingdom
Job Description
Line Chef / Chef de Partie - Daffodil, Cardiff
Fresh Food Welsh Produce Weekly Specials Cardiff’s No.1 Sunday Roast
Daffodil is one of Cardiff’s most popular restaurants and gastro pubs - established five years ago and now known city-wide for fresh cooking, local Welsh suppliers, and the number one Sunday roast in Cardiff. We’re now looking for a skilled, motivated Line Chef/CDP to join our kitchen team as we continue to grow.
About the Role
We’re a fresh-food venue through and through, so we’re looking for a chef with strong experience in busy, quality-led kitchens. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef on daily service, weekly specials, and seasonal menu development. This is a role for a chef who wants to cook, learn, and progress.
Microwave technicians need not apply.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Running your section confidently during busy services
- Delivering top-quality Sunday roasts every week
- Helping deliver our brunch and daytime menu (breakfast & sandwiches until 3pm)
- Driving consistency and quality across the a la carte menu from 3pm onwards
- Assisting with weekly specials showcasing creativity and Welsh produce
- Following prep systems, stock rotation and maintaining kitchen organisation
- Supporting junior chefs and contributing to a positive kitchen culture
- Taking pride in fresh cooking and high standards every day
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a fresh-food venue
- Proven experience as a Line Chef/CDP
- Strong understanding of seasonal cooking and local sourcing
- Creative flair with the ability to deliver consistent quality
- A calm, organised chef who works clean and leads by example
- Passion for developing skills and progressing within a strong kitchen team
- Someone who wants to grow with the business
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Real input into specials and seasonal dishes
- A respected, high-performance venue with a strong identity
- Supportive ownership and a clear progression pathway toward Senior CDP and Sous Chef
If you’re a chef who cares about fresh food, Welsh produce, and being part of an ambitious kitchen team, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Store discount