Job Description
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Chef to join our client, a busy catering outlet based near Leatherhead, Surrey, in their welcoming and customer-focused environment. All food served is made fresh on-site and so the candidate must have previous experience cooking with fresh food including baking.
This Chef role offers a great work life balance with daytime only shifts. It also offers a good rate of pay plus benefits
Benefits include:
* Wellness programme
* Lots of team events
* Parking
* Pension
* Daytime hours
Working Hours:
* 5/7 days, with only one weekend day.
* Daytimes - approx. 9am - 5:30pm
* Could be flexible with shift days and times for the right candidate
What You'll Be Doing:
* Baking cakes, traybakes, cookies, and pastries following set recipes.
* Preparing fresh pasta dishes, salads, seasonal soups, and main meal items.
* Ensuring all food is produced to a high standard while maintaining excellent food safety practices.
* Operating kitchen equipment safely and reporting any maintenance issues.
* Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, following cleaning schedules.
* Understanding and accommodating allergies and dietary requirements.
* Supporting the team with general food preparation, dishwashing, and cleaning tasks.
Requirements:
* A team player with strong communication skills.
* Experience in food preparation and cooking and an understanding of food safety regulations.
* Knowledge of dietary requirements and allergen management.
* Adaptability and a positive approach to working in a dynamic kitchen environment.
* A smart and professional appearance with good personal hygiene.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef who enjoys working in a friendly, customer-focused setting whilst enjoying a great work life balance!
Scattergood's are acting as an agency on behalf of this vacancy. In line with UK Immigration and Employment Law, only applicants eligible to live and work in the UK need apply. For this position, and other live vacancies, please visit our website
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