Chef

Job Title: Chef Location:

East Midlands, Leicestershire, Leicester

Job Type:

Permanent, expected to work Full-Time hours

Primary Industry:

Travel, Leisure, Tourism and Hospitality

Secondary Industry:

Travel, Leisure, Tourism and Hospitality

Salary:

£14.50 - £14.50 Per hour

Job Duties:

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes in line with menu specifications
• Ensure food preparation areas are clean and hygienic
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to minimise waste
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to maintain a smooth workflow
• Adhere to health and safety regulations

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience working as a Chef
• Food Hygiene Certificate
• Literacy and numeracy equivalent to at least GCSE Grade C English and Maths
• NVQ2 in Hospitality & Catering
• Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate.

Education:

Formal culinary training or equivalent experience

Experience:

• Proven experience as a chef in a similar environment
• Some experience of setting and managing budgets
• Proven knowledge of Health & safety procedures including control of substances harmful
• Proven experience of working to deadlines and prioritising work loads
• Proven practical experience in operating catering machinery
• Proven experience in staff management
• Basic knowledge of the impact of food types on medication.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent cooking skills with an understanding of produce and ingredients
• Good understanding of written and spoken English
• Good interpersonal and customer care skills
• Basic Microsoft Word
• Basic Microsoft Excel
• Email and internet communications

Working Conditions:

This role may require working evenings, weekends, and public holidays. The environment can be fast-paced and demanding, requiring standing for extended periods and lifting heavy objects.