Vacancies
The Stubbings Group comprises a number of different business activities, and employs around 50 staff.
As our businesses have seasonal peaks of demand, we are always on the lookout for people to join our team, so please feel free to apply to us regardless of skill-set, or the specific opportunities listed below.
In particular we are always interested to hear from horticulturally knowledgeable and/or qualified individuals. Please email including your CV to recruit@stubbingsgroup.com
Café Chef – Day-time only
Chef – Daytime Hours Only | £30,000–£35,000 | Maidenhead
Location: Maidenhead
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Schedule: Full-time | Day shifts only – no evenings
Are you a talented and motivated chef seeking a leadership role with sociable hours and a healthier work-life balance? We are recruiting a chef to manage a busy daytime café kitchen that serves fresh, seasonal dishes in a welcoming and scenic countryside setting near Maidenhead.
With a strong local following, this 70-cover café is known for its vibrant breakfasts, wholesome lunches, and daily specials – all crafted from high-quality, locally sourced produce. This is your chance to take charge in a kitchen where your ideas, skills, and leadership will be genuinely valued.
What You’ll Enjoy:
- Sociable Hours: No evening
- Attractive Salary: £30,000–£35,000 depending on experience
- Leadership Opportunity: Run day-to-day kitchen operations and mentor a small team
- Seasonal Cooking: Contribute to a creative, ever-evolving menu
- Supportive Team Culture: Friendly, collaborative work environment
- Beautiful Location: A tranquil, rural setting easily accessible from Maidenhead and nearby towns
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily food preparation and kitchen service
- Manage ordering, stock levels, and kitchen hygiene
- Maintain food safety standards and cleanliness at all times
- Guide and support junior team members with hands-on training
- Collaborate on new menu items and special dishes
- Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure a smooth customer experience
Who We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience as a Lead Chef, Sous Chef, or Senior Cook
- Confident leader with strong organisational and communication skills
- Passion for cooking with fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients
- Thorough knowledge of food safety and kitchen regulations
- Calm and efficient under pressure with a commitment to high standards
- A reliable team player with a proactive attitude
Get in touch now to become part of Stubbings Café’s friendly and talented team.
Kitchen Porter
We are seeking a friendly, efficient Kitchen Porter to contribute in all aspects of delivering excellent quality and service to our customers. You must have a high standard of cleanliness and be able to work in a high volume environment.
There is the opportunity to be involved in some food preparation and is an ideal opportunity for someone who wishes to learn and progress.
This is a part-time role – up to 24 hours per week.
For further details/to apply for positions, please email us at recruit@stubbingsgroup.com
When applying for any roles please note that you will need to have your own transportation as Stubbings is located away from any public transport links