Company Description
Brakes Foodservice is a leading food and beverages company serving customers across the United Kingdom from its base in Lisburn. The business focuses on supplying high-quality ingredients and food products to a wide range of catering and hospitality clients. Team members work in a fast-paced environment that values reliability, food safety, and excellent customer service. Brakes Foodservice offers opportunities for culinary professionals to grow their skills while contributing to a trusted name in foodservice.
Role Description
This is a temp, on-site Chef role based in Motherwell. The Chef will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting a variety of dishes in line with company standards and customer expectations. Daily tasks include planning menus, organizing and maintaining the kitchen, monitoring food quality and portion control, and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations. The role involves coordinating with kitchen and front-of-house teams to support efficient service and responding to changing customer and production demands. The Chef will also help manage stock levels, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement in recipes and processes.
Qualifications
Must have a driving licences and a car,work backshifts 19.30 till 01.30am
- Strong culinary skills, including preparation, cooking, and presentation of a range of dishes.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and best practices in a professional kitchen.
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment, managing time, priorities, and multiple tasks.
- Collaborative mindset with effective communication skills to work with diverse kitchen and service teams.
- Attention to detail, commitment to quality, and a focus on consistency in food standards.
- Experience in commercial kitchens or foodservice operations; relevant culinary qualifications or certifications are an advantage.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends, as required by the operation.
- Basic numeracy and organizational skills to assist with stock control and waste reduction.
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