Job Description

Starfish & Coffee

is a multi-award winning neighbourhood cafe specialising in modern brunch dishes, situated by Queens Park, just a 10-15 minute walk from Brighton Pavilion and we're looking for a new full time

2nd Chef

to join the team.

We are not your average cafe. Time Out gave us the accolade of being their "Number 1 Brunch Spot in Brighton & Hove" and we have won six Brighton Restaurant Awards for Best Cafe or Best Brunch.

We have a small kitchen and can get very busy, especially at weekends and in summer, so you'll need to be well organised, tidy and calm under pressure, with excellent food safety management and good communication skills. We have a small team of just a head chef, 2nd chef, part-time chef & kitchen assistant.

Years of experience would be great, however a positive attitude is equally important. Our workplace culture means as much to us as the quality of food we produce.

Duties

- Prepping ingredients for service and maintaining stock rotation
- Preparing food to order in a timely manner
- Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations
- Working alone on quieter midweek days
- Running the kitchen in the absence of the head chef
- Contribute to KP duties on weekdays when our KP is off

Experience

- Previous experience working in a professional kitchen
- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques & food safety
- Familiarity with restaurant operations
- Ability to work well under pressure

Hours

: Approx 8am-3.30pm 5 days a week including weekends.

Rate

: 14.30ph depending on ability plus statutory holiday and pension benefits.

Tips & Service Charge

: Between 2.50-3.50 per hour worked, depending on time of year, plus daily cash tips on top.

You'll also get statutory holiday pay and pension scheme entitlement.

References and evidence of working in a similar role will be required.

Start date: Early October.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 14.30 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount
Application question(s):

How much notice are you required to give?
Experience:

full-time chef: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person