TRG Preparation Chef

TRG Manchester - Corn Exchange [NEW]; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progress within company

Same delicious food

Flexible hours

Job summary

The Real Greek is seeking a Prep Chef to join our Manchester kitchen. You will prep dishes, open your section for service, and support the Head/Sous Chef to ensure smooth operations and consistent quality.

We value calm, reliable team players with kitchen experience who can adapt to changing menus and daily tasks, while maintaining high standards of hygiene and portion control. Training and progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience essential.
• Calm and able to work under pressure.
• Clear and prompt communication.
• Flexible with tasks and working hours.
• Good organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all Kitchen Porter responsibilities where relevant/needed.
• Open your section and ensure you are ready for service.
• Prepare dishes in line with company specs at all times.
• Support the Senior Chef on duty to ensure a smooth service.
• Prep food in line with prep lists.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Job description

Come join our team at ‘The Real Greek’ and perfect your skills in authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, where each dish is a celebration of life, family, and culture. We're not just a restaurant; we're a tight-knit family of culinary experts who have perfected our skills together over the years.

At ‘The Real Greek’, we offer more than just a job – we provide an environment where your skills will flourish, your creativity will thrive, and your passion for Mediterranean cuisine will be ignited. With our top-notch training and development programs, competitive pay, and ample room for advancement, we ensure that every Chef has the tools and opportunities they need to excel.

As part of our team, you'll be at the forefront of our culinary journey, entrusted with the responsibility of preparing our traditional recipes, and playing a vital role in ensuring that every guest leaves satisfied and inspired.

Benefits of Prep Chef

• Great opportunities to progress within the company

• Enjoy the same delicious food as our customers

• Flexible hours with rotas planned weekly

Requirements of Prep Chef

• Kitchen experience essential

• Calm and able to work under pressure

• Able to communicate clearly and promptly

• Flexible with tasks and working hours

• Organisation skills

Responsibilities of Prep Chef

• Undertake all Kitchen Porter responsibilities where relevant/needed

• Open your section and ensure you are ready for service

• Prepare dishes in line with company specs at all times

• Support the Senior Chef on duty to ensure a smooth service

• Prep food in line with prep lists

Food Quality, Presentation and Hygiene

• Ensure that all food presented to customers is prepared with the freshest ingredients and to ‘The Real Greek’ standard

• Report any issues with food quality and freshness from suppliers or the central kitchen to the Head / Sous chef and the Restaurant Manager

• To follow the stock labelling (DOT system) and rotation system (FIFO) to ensure the products are identifiable and used in the correct order

• To be aware of correct temperatures for deliveries, storage and cooking and recording them on the temp log sheets daily

• To actively support Head / Sous Chef in implementing any menu changes