Chef

Bob & Berts; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly and creative work environment

Day shifts

Staff discounts on shift and with朋友

Unlimited free hot drinks

Birthday cake

Family-friendly policies

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Bob & Berts in Blackpool, Lancashire, is seeking a passionate Chef to lead the kitchen, craft seasonal menus, and ensure top-quality, consistent meals for guests.

You will manage daily prep, uphold food safety standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, working with fresh, local ingredients to deliver comforting dishes to the community.

The role includes collaboration with front-of-house staff and duties across ordering, stock, and quality control, with weekend and early morning shifts.

Qualifications

• 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: Eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

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.
• Teamwork & Operations: Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service and handle customer special requests or allergies.

Skills

Experience

Culinary Knowledge

Efficiency

Certifications

Leadership

Personality

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Job Title:

Chef

Store:

Bob and Berts Blackpool

Position Type:

Full-time(incl. weekends/early mornings)

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 Chefto 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!