Chef

Bob & Berts; Carlisle; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shifts

50% staff card to use on shift and to/

Unlimited free hot drinks

Free cake on your birthday

Enhanced family friendly policies

Length of service recognition

Opportunities to grow your career

Job summary

Bob and Bert's Carlisle is seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to lead our kitchen, creating high-quality, delicious, and consistent food for guests. You will develop seasonal menus, manage daily prep, and uphold food safety standards in a fast-paced cafe environment.

This part-time role offers weekend/early shift coverage with finishes by 6:30pm, and opportunities to grow with the team in a friendly setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a chef or cook in a cafe, bistro, or fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to create menus, manage costs, and work with seasonal produce.
• Ability to work quickly and cleanly under pressure.
• Food Hygiene Certificate preferred.
• Leadership to train and motivate junior staff or volunteers.
• Passion for food and team-oriented attitude. Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative, fresh, and seasonal cafe menus, including breakfast and lunch.
• Prepare and cook menu items to high quality standards.
• Ensure dishes are prepared to spec and presented aesthetically to enhance customer experience.
• Monitor stock levels, manage inventory, and place orders with suppliers while minimising wastage.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen workspace and adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service and handle special requests.

Skills

Experience

Culinary Knowledge

Efficiency

Food Hygiene Certificate

Leadership

Personality

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Job Title: Chef

Store: Bob and Bert's Carlisle
Position Type:Part-time 20 hours (incl. weekends/early mornings)chef-friendly shifts with earlier finishes

Hours you can actually plan around: Monday to Friday shifts finish by 6.30pmand weekend shifts finish by 6.30pmno late-night kitchen closes.

Candidates must exceed the age of18years old for thisjobroledue tothe mature nature of some duties.

Job Summary

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Chef to lead our kitchen, creating high-quality, delicious, and consistent food for our guests. You will develop seasonal menus, manage daily food prep, maintain excellent food safety standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role is perfect for a creative chef who enjoys working with fresh, local ingredients and cares about bringing comfort food to the local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu & Creativity:Develop and execute creative, fresh, and seasonal cafe menus, including breakfast and lunch.
• Food Preparation:Prepare and cook menu items) to high quality standards.
• Consistency & Presentation:Ensure all dishes are prepared to spec and presented aesthetically to enhance customer experience.
• Stock & Ordering:Monitor stock levels, manage inventory, and place orders with suppliers, while minimizing wastage.
• Hygiene & Safety:Maintain a spotless kitchen workspace and strictly adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations, aiming for a high sanitation rating.
• Teamwork & Operations:Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service and handle customer special requests or allergies.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience:Previous experience as a chef or cook in a café, bistro, or fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Culinary Knowledge:Proven ability to create menus, manage costs, and work with seasonal produce.
• Efficiency:Ability to work quickly and cleanly under pressure.
• Certifications:
• Food Hygiene Certificate preferred.
• Leadership:Strong organizational skills and ability to train and motivate junior staff or volunteers.
• Personality:Passionate about food, friendly, and team-oriented.
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits

Friendly and creative work environment

Day shifts

50% staff card to use on shift and with friends & family!

Unlimited free hot drinks!

Free cake on your birthday!

Enhanced family friendly policies!

Length of service recognition!

Opportunities to grow your career!