Chef

Professional Personnel Management Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Personnel Management Ltd in High Wycombe is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our team. Working hours are 9.00am–5.00pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours/week). A DBS check is required to ensure a safe environment.

Responsibilities include food preparation, cooking, kitchen assistance, and maintaining cleanliness and compliance with health and safety standards. You should be able to follow instructions, work under pressure, and provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a chef or lead cook
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact positively with customers and colleagues
• Ability to follow instructions and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations (training provided if necessary)
• Good communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays if required

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of meals, including basic cooking tasks, assembling sandwiches, salads, and other menu items.
• Cooking: Perform cooking duties as required, ensuring that food is cooked to the correct temperature, taste, and presentation standards.
• Kitchen Assistance: Support the kitchen team by assisting with food prep, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring all cooking utensils and equipment are properly sanitized and stored.
• Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and service areas, including washing dishes, cleaning work surfaces, and disposing of waste appropriately.
• Compliance: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards, to ensure a safe environment for both staff and customers.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Customer service

Food hygiene

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Flexible shifts

Weekend shifts

Job description

Working hours are 9.00am - 5pm . Monday to friday (37.5 hours per week)

Candidate MUST have a valid DBS.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Chef to join our team in High Wycombe . The ideal candidate will have prior experience in cooking and as a Chef , ensuring that all food is prepared, presented, and served to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of meals, including basic cooking tasks, assembling sandwiches, salads, and other menu items according to established recipes and standards.

Cooking: Perform cooking duties as required, ensuring that food is cooked to the correct temperature, taste, and presentation standards.

Kitchen Assistance: Support the kitchen team by assisting with food prep, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring all cooking utensils and equipment are properly sanitized and stored.

Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and service areas, including washing dishes, cleaning work surfaces, and disposing of waste appropriately.

Compliance: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards, to ensure a safe environment for both staff and customers.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience as a chef or a lead cook
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact positively with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations (training will be provided if necessary).
• Good communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays if required.
• Competitive hourly wage of £14.24 per hour, Inc Hol
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and friendly team.
• Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.