Chef

The Light; Stockport; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Extra pay on Bank Holidays

Free cinema tickets for family and朋友

Career development opportunities

Wagestream - access your hard-earned £

Health & wellbeing support

Mental health support via Hospitality

Healthcare Cash Plan

Pension scheme

Up to 28 days holiday

Job summary

The Light in Stockport is seeking a passionate Chef to join our vibrant, fast-paced kitchen team. You will confidently run your own section during busy service, prep and cook to a high standard, maintain cleanliness, and ensure every plate meets our brand’s presentation standards.

Work with a supportive team across 14 UK locations, enjoy growth opportunities, employee discounts, bank holiday uplifts, free cinema tickets for friends and family, pension, healthcare cash plan, Wagestream access,

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Experience in fast-paced kitchen

Hands-on attitude

Running own section

Food presentation

Team player

Food hygiene knowledge

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