Second Chef, Mortonhall Garden Centre

William Strike Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in the City of Edinburgh is seeking a Second Chef to support the Head Chef with food production and preparation. The role offers a competitive pay of £13.10 per hour and requires flexibility for weekend shifts. Ideal candidates should have a passion for quality food, good communication, and teamwork skills. This position includes benefits such as a healthy work/life balance and generous staff discounts.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Healthy work/life balance with no evening work

Health Cash Plans

Generous staff discounts

6 weeks Annual Leave

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Passion for good quality fresh produce and food.
• Understanding of food hygiene requirements.
• Hardworking.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the operation of all areas of food production.
• Prepare fresh ingredients for the menu range.
• Monitor stock levels and contribute towards the ordering process.

Skills

Good food presentation skills

Excellent communication skills

Great teamwork

Shift flexibility including weekends

Ability to work well under pressure

Job description

Overview

Second Chef – Full Time Permanent position at our Restaurant in Mortonhall Garden Centre. Our competitive rate of pay is £13.10 per hour. Hours for the role are 45 per week over 5 days. All positions include weekends working so flexibility is a must.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the operation of all areas of food production and cleaning in the kitchen.
• 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.
• 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.

Requirements/Qualifications

• 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.

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

How to Apply

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