Kitchen Supervisor / Cook

Recruit Cumbria; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cafe in Whitehaven seeks an experienced Kitchen Supervisor/Cook. You'll prepare diverse dishes, contribute to menu planning, and supervise kitchen staff. The role offers daytime hours only, with Sundays off, and includes competitive pay and benefits such as 28 days of holiday and free parking.

Benefits

28 days' holiday per year

Statutory pension scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cook or Chef.
• Familiar with food safety standards and health and safety.
• Can work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes.
• Assist in the planning and development of new recipes and menu items.
• Supervising kitchen staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.

Skills

Food safety standards

Teamwork

Passion for cooking

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

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We have a great opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Supervisor/Cook to join the team of a successful and popular Whitehaven town centre cafe.

You will be working 5 days per week (daytimes only – no evenings!) and (except during December) you get Sundays, and one other day of the week, off.

The food you will be preparing / cooking ranges from breakfasts, soups, pies, quiches and main meals to afternoon teas.

You will also have input into the menu and specials, giving you the opportunity to bring your own ideas to life.

This is a great place to work and the people you will be working with are friendly and helpful!

Your new job:

- Prepare and cook a variety of dishes.
- Assist in the planning and development of new recipes and menu items.
- Ensure that all food is prepared to a high standard.
- Supervising kitchen staff.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area.
- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
- Help train new kitchen staff.

Requirements

- Experience as a Cook or Chef.

- Familiar with food safety standards and health and safety.

- Can work in a fast-paced environment.

- Team player.

- A passion for cooking and creating great food for customers.

If you are enthusiastic about food and possess the necessary skills to thrive in a busy kitchen environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

- Pay:£13.00 to £15.00 per hour (depending on skill level)

- Monthly pay.

- 28 days' holiday per year.

- Statutory pension scheme.

- Free parking.

- Full time, permanent job.

- Immediate start for the right person.

To apply for this job, you must already have the legal right to permanently live and work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorships and we are unable to provide immigration advice.