At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the kitchen, create seasonal menus, and prepare delicious food for our guests.
- Company: Bob and Berts Kirkcaldy, a friendly café with a passion for comfort food.
- Benefits: 50% staff discount, unlimited free hot drinks, free birthday cake, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant work environment with flexible shifts and enhanced family-friendly policies.
- Why this job: Join a creative team and make a real impact on the local community with your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in a fast-paced kitchen and a passion for food.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.
Store: Bob and Berts Kirkcaldy
Position Type: Full-time/ Part-time (incl. weekends/early mornings)
Candidates must exceed the age of 18 years old for this job role due to the mature nature of some duties.
Job Summary
We are looking for a passionate and skilled Chef to lead our kitchen, creating high-quality, delicious, and consistent food for our guests. You will develop seasonal menus, manage daily food prep, maintain excellent food safety standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role is perfect for a creative chef who enjoys working with fresh, local ingredients and cares about bringing comfort food to the local community.
Key Responsibilities
- Menu & Creativity: Develop and execute creative, fresh, and seasonal cafe menus, including breakfast and lunch.
- Food Preparation: Prepare and cook menu items to high quality standards.
- Consistency & Presentation: Ensure all dishes are prepared to spec and presented aesthetically to enhance customer experience.
- Stock & Ordering: Monitor stock levels, manage inventory, and place orders with suppliers, while minimizing wastage.
- Hygiene & Safety: Maintain a spotless kitchen workspace and strictly adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations, aiming for a high sanitation rating.
- Teamwork & Operations: Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service and handle customer special requests or allergies.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: Previous experience as a chef or cook in a café, bistro, or fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Culinary Knowledge: Proven ability to create menus, manage costs, and work with seasonal produce.
- Efficiency: Ability to work quickly and cleanly under pressure.
- Leadership: Strong organizational skills and ability to train and motivate junior staff or volunteers.
- Personality: Passionate about food, friendly, and team-oriented.
Right to work in the UK
Friendly and creative work environment
Day shifts
50% staff card to use on shift and with friends & family!
Unlimited free hot drinks!
Free cake on your birthday!
Enhanced family friendly policies!
Length of service recognition!
Opportunities to grow your career!
Chef - Immediate start in Kirkcaldy employer: Bob & Berts
Bob & Berts in Carlisle is an excellent employer that values teamwork and positivity, offering a supportive environment for its staff. With benefits like a generous staff discount, unlimited drinks, and a company pension, employees can enjoy a rewarding work-life balance while growing their skills in a vibrant coffee shop setting. Join us for an exciting adventure where your contributions truly matter!
