Chef

Talosats Careers; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly work environment

Day shifts

50% staff card

Unlimited hot drinks

Birthday cake

Enhanced family friendly policies

Length of service rewards

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Bob and Berts Wakefield is seeking a passionate Chef to lead our kitchen, creating high-quality, delicious, and consistent food for our guests. You will develop seasonal menus, manage daily prep, maintain excellent food safety standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This part-time 16-hour contract includes weekends and early mornings. The ideal candidate will work quickly, be team-focused, and bring creativity with fresh, local ingredients to delight the local community.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a chef or cook in a café, bistro, or fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to create menus, manage costs, and work with seasonal produce.
• Ability to work quickly and cleanly under pressure.
• Leadership and ability to train junior staff or volunteers.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Menu & Creativity: Develop and execute fresh, seasonal cafe menus for breakfast and lunch.
• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook menu items to high quality standards.
• Consistency & Presentation: Ensure dishes are prepared to spec and presented well.
• Stock & Ordering: Monitor stock, manage inventory, place orders, minimize wastage.
• Hygiene & Safety: Maintain a clean kitchen and adhere to food safety regs.
• Teamwork & Operations: Collaborate with front-of-house staff for smooth service.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Menu planning

Cost management

Seasonal produce

Efficiency under pressure

Leadership

Teamwork

Right to work in UK

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)

Job description

Job Title:

Chef

Store: Bob and Berts Wakefield
Position Type:

Part-time 16 hour contract (incl. weekends/early mornings)

Candidates must exceed the age of 18years old for thisjobroledue tothe mature nature of some duties.

Job Summary

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Chef to 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!