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Chocolate Cafe
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Wokingham, Berkshire
Chef - Wokingham
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Job Description
Full or Part Time 35 hours cafe hours 9am-5pm Daytime shifts only We are looking for a Chef to join our team and prepare delicious meals for our customers at this 5 star rated cafe Chef responsibilities include studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes. You should be able to delegate tasks to kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner. Also, you should be familiar with sanitation regulations. If you have experience with advanced cooking techniques and non-traditional ingredients, we'd like to meet you. Ultimately, you'll prepare and deliver a complete menu that delights our guests. Responsibilities * Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales * Study each recipe and gather all the necessary ingredients * Cook food in a timely manner * Delegate tasks to the kitchen staff * Inform wait staff about daily specials * Ensure appealing plate presentation * Supervise Cooks and assist as needed * Slightly modify recipes to meet customers' needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy) * Monitor food stock and place orders * Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items * Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients * Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area Requirements * Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook * Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. grillers and pasta makers) * Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques * Leadership skills * Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks * Excellent time management abilities * Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes * Familiarity with sanitation regulations * Culinary school diploma preferred