Chef

Bob & Berts; Dunfermline; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% staff card to use on shift and for

Unlimited free hot drinks

Free cake on your birthday

Enhanced family friendly policies

Opportunities to grow your career

Job summary

Bob and Bert's Dunfermline is seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to lead our kitchen, crafting high-quality, comforting dishes using fresh, local ingredients.

You’ll develop seasonal menus, manage daily prep, ensure food safety, and work in a fast-paced cafe environment with weekend and early-morning shifts.

This part-time role offers flexible hours, 15–20 hours weekly, with opportunities to grow your career in a friendly team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a chef or cook in a café, bistro, or fast-paced kitchen.
• Proven ability to create menus, manage costs, and work with seasonal produce.
• Ability to work quickly and cleanly under pressure.
• Food Hygiene Certificate preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to train junior staff.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Efficiency

Culinary knowledge

Teamwork

Food safety

Menu development

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Chef

Store: Bob and Bert's Dunfermline
Position Type:Part-time 15 to 20 hours (incl. weekends/early mornings) needs to be fully flexible

chef-friendly shifts with earlier finishes

Hours you can actually plan around: Monday to Friday shifts finish by 6.30pmand weekend shifts finish by 6.30pm -no 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!