Pub chef/cook

Star Pubs Recruitment Support; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pub in Bexhill-on-Sea is seeking a talented Cook to join the kitchen team. The Cook will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals, overseeing kitchen operations, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates have experience in a pub kitchen and strong organisational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of food preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure health and safety adherence.
• Manage food preparation processes.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Knowledge of food safety regulations

Ability to work in a fast-paced setting

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Experience in a pub kitchen

Job description

We are seeking a talented and passionate Cook to join our kitchen team. As a Cook, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring food safety standards are met, and preparing high-quality meals.

Duties

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to set specifications.
• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring efficiency and adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Manage food preparation processes, including portion control and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth meal preparation and service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area, including proper storage of ingredients.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in ordering supplies as needed.
• The role will also include some washing of dishes and cleaning.

Skills

• A solid understanding of food preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in the kitchen environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail in meal preparation and presentation.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with kitchen team members.
• Experience in a pub kitchen setting is preferred.