Canteen Chef

Location

Bodmin, Cornwall | United Kingdom

Job description

Are you passionate about creating a positive dining experience for colleagues? Do you thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment? We are looking to hire a Canteen Chef to join our friendly and growing team in Bodmin, Cornwall. This opportunity has arisen due to our recent success in securing a major contract, leading to extended working hours in our Production facility. We are seeking an individual to work the 14:00 – 22:30 (PM Shift). This shift should c ater to between 70 – 100 colleagues and we provide a competitive base hourly starting rate of £11.92, with an enhanced rate of £14.90 for hours worked between 8 pm and 6 am, as well as for any hours worked over 37.5 per week. (This shift would be approx. £454 gross per week representative)

Why Join Us?

As a key member of our Canteen team, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing the overall employee experience. With a start date as soon as possible, we offer comprehensive training on the day shift before transitioning to the afternoon/night shifts. 

Main Duties:

As a Canteen Chef, you will contribute to the success of our canteen by:

• Planning and executing delicious menus, including catering for dietary requirements.
• Serving high-quality food to our colleagues
• Gathering and relaying customer feedback to the Catering Manager
• Ensuring strict adherence to Health and Safety regulations
• Maintaining impeccable hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Monitoring and replenishing stock levels
• Interacting with customers, providing exceptional service
• Collaborating with the Canteen Supervisor in overall canteen management
• Upholding a high level of professional integrity
• Operating in accordance with the Company’s Dignity and Diversity policy

Key Skills:

We are looking for candidates with:

• Relevant qualifications in Food preparation
• Experience in the Kitchen/Canteen/Catering arena
• Proficiency in baking and cooking fresh, healthy, quality food
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive attitude and ability to use initiative
• A team player who is flexible and reliable
• Numeracy skills for payment processing
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
• Understanding and appreciation of customer expectations
• Drive and determination to deliver high standards
• Experience in a customer-facing role
• Alignment with our company values of Friendliness, Honesty, Customer First, Passion, and Quality Driven

If you are ready to contribute to a positive work environment and showcase your culinary skills, apply today! Join us in delivering a dining experience that exceeds expectations and reinforces our commitment to excellence.

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