Chef / Baker

QiStaff Solutions; Wales; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local retail business in Conwy is seeking a Baker/Chef to deliver high-quality products. The role requires preparing and baking various food items, managing stock, and ensuring food safety standards are maintained. Ideal candidates will exhibit excellent customer service skills and a strong attention to detail. This position involves collaboration within a team to achieve common goals and adapt to a fast-paced environment. Salary is set at GBP26,600 annually.

Qualifications

• Exemplary levels of customer service.
• Strong attention to food hygiene and product quality.
• Ability to multi-task and handle pressure.
• Excellent communication with colleagues.
• Team-oriented approach with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake pies and hot food according to recipes.
• Manage stock levels efficiently.
• Liaise with other departments for coordination.
• Launch new products in line with events.
• Maintain health and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Hygiene

Multi-tasking

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description
Based - Conwy
Salary - GBP26,600pa

Job Title: Baker/ Chef Reports to: General Manager, Retail Manager and Trainee Assistant Manager (Retail)
Hours of Work & Salary

• Rota hours between Monday to Sunday, normally a 6am start.
• Hourly rate as agreed by the line Manager to be reviewed annually against targeted performance.
• In line with agreed Company structure.
• Needs of the Business as defined by the line Manager.

Objective

• To deliver high quality products as expected of an award-winning Retail business.
• To deliver efficiencies in cost control whilst achieving the highest standards of quality.
• Work within specific guidelines and timelines to maintain Food, Health and Safety protocol.
• Support the Chef in the production of ready meals and hot food and other deli products.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• To prepare, bake pies, basic hot food and "ready" meals in line with standard shop recipes.
• To manage stock levels.
• To liaise with other departments.
• To deliver counter product availability in line with customer demand.
• To launch new products regularly in line with events and Seasonal changes.
• To ensure all aspects of the business Health and Safety and Food Safety is always maintained.
• To ensure Waste is recorded accurately and measures taken to reduce it.
• To understand yield and implement ways to control the input for the desired output.
• To carry out any other tasks as requested or are needs of the business.

Competency and Skills

• Customer Service: Exemplary levels of service and a role model for others.
• Standards: Excellent Food Hygiene and Product Quality with strong attention to detail.
• Self-awareness: The ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Communication: Excellent colleague communications and good listening skills.
• Team Player: A desire to work as a team to achieve the common Goal.

Personal Attributes

• "Can do" attitude: Positive approach to problem solving and challenges.
• Adapt in a fast-changing working environment.
• Excellent time keeping and attendance.
• Works well within a team.
• Ability to challenge both peers and superiors to get their point across.