We're recruiting for a chef/cook to join a welcoming café operation on a Monday to Friday daytime basis, preparing fresh, delicious food for breakfast and lunch in a friendly, community-focused environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef who enjoys cooking fresh food, delivering excellent customer service and being part of a team that makes a positive impact.
The Role
Working alongside the Chef Manager, you'll help deliver a varied menu of freshly prepared breakfasts, light lunches, cakes and snacks. As well as being hands-on in the kitchen, you'll help maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene and presentation while contributing ideas to menus.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm
- 37.5 hours per week
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Time off over Christmas
- Sociable hours working Monday to Friday with no evenings or weekend working!
- Free onsite parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Facilities and Support
- A caring & supportive workplace
- Access to retailer discounts + more!
About You
We're looking for a motivated and reliable chef who takes pride in producing great food and enjoys working as part of a team.
Requirements:
- Experience cooking and baking in a fresh food café, restaurant, pub, canteen or similar environment.
- A passion for fresh food and consistently high standards.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Food Safety certificate
- Allergen awareness
- The ability to work independently, manage your time effectively and remain organised during busy periods.
- A positive, caring and flexible approach to working with others.
- Own transport is required due to the location.
Why Apply with Fire Group?
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