At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook delicious traditional pub food, including Sunday roasts.
- Company: Welcoming traditional pub in Wellington with a friendly atmosphere.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, supportive environment, and ownership of the kitchen.
- Other info: Flexible working hours from Wednesday to Sunday, with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by delivering quality home-cooked meals in a vibrant setting.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Cook or Chef, with knowledge of food hygiene standards.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 14 £ per hour.
We're looking for a reliable and passionate Cook to take ownership of the kitchen in our welcoming traditional pub in Wellington. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys preparing quality home-cooked food and takes pride in delivering great food in a friendly pub environment.
What you'll be doing:
- Preparing and cooking a traditional pub menu, including popular Sunday roasts.
- Taking ownership of the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
- Ensuring all food is prepared and presented to a high standard.
- Labelling food correctly and maintaining food safety records.
- Completing all required kitchen paperwork and compliance documentation.
- Ordering stock and managing inventory levels.
- Costing menus to help maintain profitability.
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and food-safe kitchen at all times.
Working Pattern:
You will typically work Wednesday to Sunday, with shift times varying to meet the needs of the business. Food is currently served during the following hours:
- Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
- Saturday: 12:00pm – 2:30pm
- Sunday: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Please note that your shifts may start before service to allow for food preparation and finish after service to complete kitchen close-down duties.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience as a Cook or Chef in a pub, restaurant, or similar environment.
- Can confidently manage a kitchen independently.
- Has a good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
- Is organised, reliable, and takes pride in producing quality food.
- Has experience with stock ordering and menu costing (preferred but not essential).
What we offer:
Competitive pay of £14.00–£14.50 per hour, depending on experience. A supportive and friendly working environment. The opportunity to take ownership of the kitchen and make a real impact.
