Chef/Operations Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic culinary professional to join their vibrant cafe/deli team. This role offers a unique opportunity to showcase your cooking skills while also engaging in various operational tasks, such as food prep and customer service. With a strong emphasis on healthy food and community service, you will contribute to a welcoming environment that values growth and development. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a knack for operations, this position promises a fulfilling career path in a supportive atmosphere. Join a team that prides itself on quality and creativity in every dish!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a professional kitchen.
• Strong knife skills and food safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prep and line cooking, recipe development, and customer service.
• Monitoring social media accounts and managing deliveries.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Leadership

Food Safety

Knife Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS System (Square)

Espresso Machine

Job description

Job Description

Who we are and what you will be a part of:

We are in search of a dynamic culinary professional with both stellar cooking skills as well as an operations mindset to join our team. We are a well-established, 12-year-old cafe/deli that takes great pride in serving delicious, healthy food to our loyal community.

In this role, you will wear multiple hats including prep and line cooking, recipe development, front counter support, purchasing and receiving, and general operations support. There is GREAT POTENTIAL for GROWTH and development for the right candidate!

Some of your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

1. Receiving/ordering product including organizing deliveries
2. Providing excellent customer service
3. Daily food prep/creating specials
4. Monitoring social media accounts

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a professional kitchen
• High school diploma or GED
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Strong knife skills
• Food safety and proper food handling skills

Added benefit to us if you have:

• Experience with social media management and content creation
• Knowledge of a POS system (Square preferably or something similar), or the ability to quickly learn
• Computer literate - you don't have to be Steve Jobs, but you should know the basics
• Knowledge of operating an espresso machine or willingness to learn because you like coffee

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in operations in related field
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong leadership qualities

Company Description: We are a small, well-established restaurant located near Brighton Center, across the street from St. Elizabeth's hospital and the police station. Our current hours of operation are Monday thru Friday from 8-4.