Chef

We're looking for a chef who is able to work as part of a small kitchen team in a pub where our customer base is growing year-on-year. This can be a role to suit an experienced chef, or a chef on the way up in their career.

We're working towards making a structured rota system where work-life balance is championed. Everyone in the kitchen takes ownership of responsibilities of the day, including prep, ordering, cooking and cleaning. You will work with the General Manager or Assistant Manager and they'll liaise with the team throughout the day.

This is a role that requires commuting. We currently do not have any vacancies for live-in staff.

Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of food preparation and production in the kitchen
- Create and develop new menu items and recipes
- Ensure food quality and presentation meet high standards
- Train and supervise kitchen staff, including cooks and assistants
- Manage inventory and order supplies as needed
- Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations
- Collaborate with management to plan and execute special events or menus
- Monitor kitchen operations to maintain efficiency and productivity

Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar role
- Proficient in food safety and sanitation procedures
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Skills:
- Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate a team of kitchen staff
- Kitchen: Proficiency in operating various kitchen equipment and tools
- Food Safety: Knowledge of proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices
- Food Production: Experience in large-scale food production for restaurants or catering events
- Team Management: Ability to effectively manage and delegate tasks to kitchen staff
- Food Preparation: Skill in preparing a variety of dishes using different cooking techniques
- Supervising: Experience overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring quality and efficiency
- Culinary: Strong understanding of culinary principles, flavors, and techniques
- Cook: Proficiency in cooking techniques, including sautéing, grilling, baking, etc.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive. Additional responsibilities, qualifications, and skills may be required based on the specific needs of the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £11.50-£13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 45 per week

Additional pay:
Tips
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Free parking
On-site parking
Schedule:
10 hour shift
Day shift
Every weekend

Experience:
Cooking: 1 year (required)
Chef: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)

Ability to Commute:
Riseley, Bedfordshire (required)

Work Location: In person