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Join our thriving restaurant team as a Chef/Cook, preparing high-quality dishes for our customers while maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on culinary experience who thrives in a fast paced but friendly environment and is looking to grow within a supportive team. As a Kitchen Chef at The Hollies Farm Shop, Lower Stretton, you’ll be a key member of a small kitchen team, integral to the daily operations within the department & ensuring it runs smoothly and efficiently throughout the day. This is a dynamic, hands-on role and you'll play a key part in maintaining high standards and the overall success of the department. You will be required to support the kitchen team in preparing fresh food while maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and presentation.
Job Responsibility:
Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe environment according to health and safety guidelines
Represent the department in dealings with suppliers, EHO’s and suppliers in the absence of the supervisor/manager’s
Comply and monitor with daily HACCP, LOGIT checks
Accommodate EHO visits and ensure compliance is met
Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and compliance
Food preparation, ensure all dishes meet quality standards
Ensure consistency during busy breakfast, brunch, and lunch services
Work seamlessly with other departments to ensure smooth running of daily operations
Opening & Closing Responsibilities - Assist with opening/closing the kitchen, including cleaning and equipment shutdown
Adhere to strict to allergen procedures and prevent cross-contamination
Create and maintain a positive, collaborative working atmosphere
Report concerns to the Kitchen supervisor/manager, as soon as possible
Collaborate with kitchen team to provide excellent food and service
Maintain a consistent, seamless service in the absence of supervisor/manager
Provide excellent customer service, assist customers, and handle complaints professionally – Escalating where necessary
Monitor stock levels, rotate products (fridge/freezer/displays), and minimise waste
Maintain accurate inventory records
Storeroom organisation
Keep stock areas orderly and accessible
Ensure inventory storage supports efficiency and cleanliness
Requirements:
Strong initiative and sound decision-making abilities
Be able to stand for long periods of time
The resilience to handle pressure and fluctuating workloads
High standards of cleanliness and attention to hygiene protocols
A proactive approach to safety and compliance across the department