Morning Cook

This is a hands-on role for someone who loves proper BBQ and takes pride in preparing food from scratch. You’ll be responsible for getting the smoker ready, preparing and cooking our meats and preparing the sides that accompany our BBQ menu.

• Preparing and setting up the smokers each morning
• Preparing, trimming and seasoning a range of meats
• Managing the smoking and cooking process from start to finish
• Monitoring cooking temperatures and ensuring consistency
• Preparing and cooking BBQ meats to our required standards
• Preparing homemade sides and accompaniments
• Following recipes and maintaining consistency across every service
• Ensuring all food preparation areas are clean, organised and ready for service
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and food safety
• Working efficiently to ensure the day's food is prepared and ready on time
• Minimising waste and maintaining good stock rotation
• Working closely with the wider kitchen team

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Able to work from 6am till 4pm Wednesday to Saturday, (there is an option of a split rota so 2 people covering those hours)
• Has experience working in a professional kitchen
• Has a genuine passion for BBQ, smoked meats and cooking from scratch
• Understands the importance of preparation, timing and consistency
• Can work independently and take responsibility for their prep
• Has good attention to detail
• Works well under pressure
• Takes pride in the quality of their work and able to maintain a clean kitchen
• Has a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety
• Is reliable, hardworking and has a positive attitude
• There is the possibility of working longer hours and an additional day which can be discussed with the hiring manager

Experience with American/Texan-style BBQ would be a big advantage, but we're also interested in experienced cooks who are passionate about learning, however no experience is necessary as we are able to train staff

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work with proper low-and-slow BBQ
• A hands-on role where you'll be involved in the entire preparation process
• A friendly and passionate kitchen team
• A role within an independent smokehouse with a strong focus on quality and cooking from scratch

Pay: £11.00-£15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 8.0 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food

Work Location: In person