Chef

Part-Time Chef

Location: Oken Tea Room
Hours: Part-Time (15-30hrs per week)
Salary: Minimum Wage

About Us

We are a friendly, independent tea room known for our freshly prepared food, homemade cakes, and high-quality customer experience. We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Part-Time Chef to join our kitchen team and help maintain our reputation for delicious homemade food.

Job Overview

The Part-Time Chef will be responsible for preparing and cooking a range of fresh menu items, including hot meals, light lunches, sandwiches, and daily specials. The successful candidate will be passionate about food, organised, and able to work effectively in a small kitchen environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesFood Preparation & Cooking

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting a variety of hot food items to a consistently high standard.
• Preparing freshly made sandwiches, toasties, jacket potatoes, soups, and light lunch dishes.
• Assisting with the development of seasonal specials and menu items.
• Ensuring all food is prepared efficiently and attractively.
• Monitoring food quality, freshness, and presentation throughout service.

Kitchen Operations

• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment.
• Following all food hygiene, health and safety regulations.
• Managing stock levels and notifying management of ordering requirements.
• Ensuring correct storage, labelling, and rotation of food products.
• Minimising food waste and adhering to portion control standards.

Team Support

• Working closely with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Assisting with preparation for busy service periods.
• Supporting colleagues as required to maintain efficient kitchen operations.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Previous experience as a Chef, Cook, or similar kitchen role.
• Experience preparing hot food, sandwiches, and light meals.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.

Desirable:

• Experience in a café, tea room, deli, or similar hospitality setting.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent).
• Experience working with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Flexible part-time hours.
• Staff discount on food and drinks.
• Opportunity to contribute ideas for menus and daily specials.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

To apply, please send your CV and a brief summary of your kitchen experience and availability.

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person