Assistant Chef

Assistant Chef

Location: Malvern.

Residential or Non-Residential (Accommodation available if required)

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Assistant Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality meals and an excellent dining experience. This is a hands-on role where you'll assist with food preparation, cooking, food service and maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety.

Working Hours

This role operates on a split-shift rota, working 5 days out of 7, including every weekend, with 2 weekdays off.

Typical shift pattern:

Morning: 7:00am - 1:30pm
Evening: 6:00pm - 7:30pm(Shift times may vary depending on operational requirements.)

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, cook and present meals to a consistently high standard, following recipes and portion controls.
Take responsibility as the chef on duty during weekend shifts.
Support the Head Chef with the preparation of breakfast, lunch, dinner and special event catering.
Prepare kitchen, service and dining areas before each service.
Serve food in a professional, friendly and customer-focused manner.
Support the ordering of food and kitchen supplies as directed.
Attend daily briefings to stay informed of menus, dietary requirements and operational needs.
Check, receive and store deliveries in line with food safety procedures and HACCP requirements.
Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils and storage areas.
Work in accordance with Food Safety, HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety regulations.
Contribute ideas towards menu development, seasonal dishes and themed events.
Assist with catering for functions, hospitality events and special occasions.
Carry out any other reasonable duties to support the smooth running of the catering operation.Additional Responsibilities

Assist with the operation and maintenance of on-site vending services.
Replenish, rotate and record vending stock.
Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues promptly.About You

You'll have:

Previous experience in a similar kitchen or catering environment.
A passion for producing quality food and delivering excellent customer service.
Good organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP and health & safety practices.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Good numeracy skills and attention to detail.
Flexibility to work split shifts, weekends and support special events when required.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy kitchen environment, takes pride in producing quality food and thrives as part of a supportive team

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