Second Chef, Howdens Garden Centre

William Strike Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Scotland is seeking a dedicated Second Chef to support the Head Chef in food production and kitchen cleaning. The ideal candidate will have a passion for fresh produce, food hygiene knowledge, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. This full-time role offers competitive pay without evening work and includes generous benefits like annual leave and staff discounts.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Healthy work/life balance with no evening work

Access to retail and lifestyle discounts

Health Cash Plans

Generous staff discounts

6 weeks Annual Leave

Free Parking

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in food production and cleaning.
• Prepare fresh ingredients and hot/cold food orders.
• Monitor stock levels and assist in ordering process.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen.

Skills

Passion for good quality fresh produce and food

Understanding of food hygiene requirements

Good food presentation skills

Excellent communication skills

Great teamwork

Hardworking

Shift flexibility including weekends

Ability to work well and efficiently under pressure

Job description

Second Chef

We are looking for a Full Time Permanent Second Chef to join the team in our Restaurant in Howdens Garden Centre.

Competitive Salary based on experience.

Hours for the role are 45 per week over 5 days. All positions include weekends working so flexibility is a must.

The Role

As a Second Chef, you will support the Head Chef in the operation of all areas of food production and cleaning in the kitchen. You will work as part of a small team under the guidance of the Head Chef and be responsible for the preparation of our fresh ingredients for our full menu range.

What you will be doing as a Second Chef?

• Prepare fresh ingredients
• Prepare hot and cold food orders to order
• Monitor stock levels and contribute towards the ordering process
• Work efficiently to ensure low levels of waste
• Carry out cleaning of equipment and working areas to the highest food hygiene standards
• Close down kitchen each day including preparation for the following day.

What makes you our perfect Second Chef?

• Passion for good quality fresh produce and food
• Understanding of food hygiene requirements
• Good food presentation skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Great teamwork.
• Hardworking
• Shift flexibility including weekends.
• The ability to work well and efficiently under pressure.

The benefits!

• Competitive rates of pay
• Healthy work/life balance with no evening work
• Access to 100s of retail and lifestyle experiences and discounts
• Health Cash Plans
• Generous staff discounts
• 6 weeks Annual Leave per year
• Free Parking

Sound Interesting?

If you think you’ve got what it takes and would like to join our team as a Second Chef, please click 'Apply’ now.