Temporary Chef/Cook – Poppies Tearoom

Affinitylancashire; Fleetwood; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Poppies Tearoom at Fleetwood Garden World is seeking a motivated chef/cook for a temporary, part-time role.

You'll work at least 20 hours per week, with weekends required, in a busy kitchen, preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, and delivering quality portions. A passion for cooking and a teamwork mindset are essential.

Flexibility and reliability are valued as part of a friendly kitchen team committed to great customer service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef/Cook or in a similar role within a restaurant or culinary environment.
• Strong knowledge of techniques, food preparation and meal presentation.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to a high standard in a busy kitchen.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards at all times.
• Assist in meal presentation and portioning, and support colleagues as needed.

Skills

Chef/Cook experience

Team player

Food safety knowledge

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated chef/cook to join the team in a temporary role at Poppies Tearoom at Fleetwood Garden World. This will be working a minimum of 20hrs per week.

Candidates must be hard working, customer focussed and have the ability to work well as part of a team with proven experience as a Chef/Cook or in a similar role within a restaurant or culinary environment. They should have a strong knowledge of techniques, food preparation, and meal presentation and also a familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices in the kitchen.

We are looking for someone who has a passion for cooking and creating innovative dishes that delight customers, with excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

They must have the ability to work collaboratively within a team while also being capable of independent decision-making.

Qualifications or certifications are advantageous but not mandatory.

Flexibility is required as hours will include weekends.