Relief Chef — Mon-Fri, Creative Kitchen Lead + Perks

BaxterStorey; Stirling; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank hols

Birthday off

3 volunteering days

3 grandparent days

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Secondary carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a Relief Chef for a Monday to Friday role in the UK. You will prepare and cook dishes to the set standards, manage your station and support the kitchen team while ensuring food safety and quality.

Must have a driving licence and own car (travel costs reimbursed). The package includes 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays), 24 weeks' enhanced maternity leave, pension, life insurance, free meals on shift and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
• Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

Skills

Commis Chef experience

Cooking techniques knowledge

Food safety understanding

Fast-paced work ability

Attention to detail

Teamwork and communication

BaxterStorey core values

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking a Relief Chef for a Monday to Friday role in the UK. You will prepare and cook dishes to the set standards, manage your station and support the kitchen team while ensuring food safety and quality.

Must have a driving licence and own car (travel costs reimbursed). The package includes 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays), 24 weeks' enhanced maternity leave, pension, life insurance, free meals on shift and development opportunities.