Chef

Theatre Royal Plymouth; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent cultural venue in Plymouth is seeking a talented Chef to join its culinary team. The Chef will work closely with the Lead Cook to prepare hot and cold dishes for performers and staff while maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety. This permanent position offers 30 hours per week, with shifts varying across five days. Ideal candidates should have a passion for food, strong customer service skills, and flexibility to work during peak periods like Christmas and New Year.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Flexibility to cover shifts, especially during the holiday season.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food for performers and staff.
• Assist lead chef in menu creation and food service.
• Maintain high food hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Creativity in dish creation

Food Hygiene and Safety standards

Job description

At TRP, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our workforce, participants, and audiences represent the rich tapestry of the communities we serve. We believe that the unique perspectives, skills, and experiences of each team member contribute significantly to our success.

As we embark on an exciting slate of performances, we are seeking a talented Chef to join our culinary team. You will work closely with our Lead Cook to prepare delicious hot and cold food for our performers, staff, and visitors. We are looking for someone who is personable, can deliver gold standard customer service and has a creative eye when it comes to dish creation.

This is a permanent position offering 30 hours of work per week, with 6-hour shifts spread across 5 days with the possibility of overtime to cover annual leave and sickness. You must be fully available throughout the Christmas and New Year period.

The usual hours of work can be anytime from 9am - 9pm, may vary day to day but will be agreed ahead of time on a rota basis. This role may involve occasional work at TR2 Production and Learning Centre, Cattedown.

Theatre Royal Plymouth has a busy and fast paced hospitality offering set in a contemporary environment in a key City location, with an expanding culinary offer and the want to go further.

You will assist the lead chef and chef in the preparation and the smooth running of food production and service whilst maintaining excellent Food Hygiene and Safety standards at Theatre Royal Plymouth. You will take the lead on the menu creation and serving of our back of house green rooms maintaining the high standards already set ensuring the TRP remains the best in house Theatre food offer in the country.