Restaurant jobs in Oldham

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Working Title Meal Prep (check out our Instagram) are a small but growing meal prep business. We are currently making over 1,400 meals a week and need a skilled prep chef to step in and become a part of it. Our week looks like this

Monday - shopping and prepping

Tuesday - cooking 2-3 dishes (approx 200 total), prepping ingredients, totalling orders and labelling packaging

Wednesday - cooking approx 300 more meals with 70 deliveries, planning routes, delivering all over greater Manchester

Thursday - prepping, totalling orders, labelling packaging

Friday - currently we are closed on Friday but this role would predominantly be for a Friday shift (1-10pm) to get the ball rolling for the weekend. We think you would be working on your own after you’ve completed training.

Saturday - cooking approx 600 meals, no deliveries

Sunday - cooking approx 400 meals, 100 deliveries around greater Manchester

The candidate must be willing to adapt to changing processes, work days, work hours, staying later than expected if jobs aren’t done.

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Weekend Prep Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in food production and preparation, demonstrating exceptional cooking skills and a strong understanding of food safety protocols. This role requires you to be driven and abilities to work in the kitchen effectively and independently while ensuring high standards of food preparation and service are maintained.

Duties

• Start the cooking process for our busy weekends. Ensuring efficient food production and preparation.
• When appropriate become a collaborative team member.
• Ensure all food is prepared to the highest quality standards, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory, including ordering supplies and minimising waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen at all times.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef in a restaurant or similar hospitality environment.
• Strong supervisory skills with experience in team management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods.
• Familiarity with food safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• A passion for culinary arts and commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences.Skills
• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a meal prep business, restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Strong culinary skills with a background in food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in food production.
• Experience in serving customers with a focus on hospitality and satisfaction.
• Familiarity with kitchen operations, including equipment maintenance and cleanliness standards.
• Preferred to have a UK driving licence and own car. All milage will be paid at 30p per mile.

Join our team as a weekend prep chef where you can make an impact through your culinary expertise and leadership skills!

Pay: £15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28.0 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Chef: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Location:

• Dukinfield SK16 4PQ (preferred)

Work Location: In person