Chef: Lead Your Section in a Fast-Paced Kitchen

Searchlight Ventures Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free cinema tickets

Employee discounts

Health & wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement up to 28 days

Job summary

The Light is seeking a passionate Chef to join our busy kitchen team at The Light venues across the UK. You will manage your own section during peak service and contribute to high-quality, well-presented dishes while adhering to health and safety standards.

We're looking for hands-on cooks with a positive, energetic approach who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and support the wider team to deliver a memorable guest experience.

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 organized, clean, and running smoothly.
• Supporting your team to ensure service runs like clockwork.
• Maintaining high standards in food quality, presentation, and safety.
• Working closely with the wider team to deliver a great guest experience.

Skills

Chef experience

Fast-paced kitchen

Team player

Health & safety

Food presentation

Job description

The Light is seeking a passionate Chef to join our busy kitchen team at The Light venues across the UK. You will manage your own section during peak service and contribute to high-quality, well-presented dishes while adhering to health and safety standards.

We're looking for hands-on cooks with a positive, energetic approach who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and support the wider team to deliver a memorable guest experience.