Chef

Light Cinemas Group Limited; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free cinema tickets

Employee discounts

Career development opportunities

Health & wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Job summary

Light Cinemas Group Limited in the UK is seeking a passionate Chef to join our busy kitchen team at The Light venues. You will manage a section during peak service and help deliver high-quality, well-presented dishes in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

You’ll work closely with colleagues to maintain hygiene standards, health and safety policies, and ensure consistent food quality. If you’re hands-on, energetic and ready to contribute to a great guest experience, we’d love to hear from

Qualifications

• Experience working as a chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Hands-on attitude and ability to manage a section during peak service.
• Strong teamwork with positivity and energy.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepping and cooking food to a high standard
• Keeping your section organised, clean, and running smoothly
• Supporting your team to make sure service runs like clockwork
• Maintaining high standards in food quality, presentation, and safety
• Working closely with the wider team to deliver a great experience for every guest

Skills

Chef experience

Fast-paced kitchen

Hands-on attitude

Running own section

Team player

Food hygiene & safety

Job description

We are The Light, providing a unique immersive experience that surprises and delights our guests across 14 locations in the UK. We offer a wide range of activities; cinema, bowling, karaoke, darts, mini golf, climbing walls, bars, and kitchens – we have it all!

We have an excellent opportunity for a passionate and skilled Chef to join our dedicated and dynamic kitchen team.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing a section and working as part of a busy team in a fast-paced quick-service environment. They should be capable of producing high-quality, well-presented food while maintaining cleanliness standards and adhering to all kitchen policies, including health and safety regulations.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working as a chef in a fast-paced kitchen
• Hands- on, sleeves-up attitude
• Confident running your own section during busy service
• A passion for well-presented, great-tasting food
• A strong team player who brings positivity and energy to every shift
• Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety procedures

What you’ll be doing:

• Prepping and cooking food to a high standard
• Keeping your section organised, clean, and running smoothly
• Supporting your team to make sure service runs like clockwork
• Maintaining high standards in food quality, presentation, and safety
• Working closely with the wider team to deliver a great experience for every guest

What’s in it for you:

• A fun, supportive kitchen team and a great place to grow your skills
• Employee discounts
• Extra pay on Bank Holidays
• Free cinema tickets for family and friends
• Career development opportunities
• Wagestream – access your hard-earned £££ whenever you need it
• Health & wellbeing support
• Mental health support via Hospitality Action
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Pension scheme
• Up to 28 days holiday