Job Description

About us

Cafe Norah is expanding and opening a second Cafe / Bistro in the heart of Driffield - following the success of Cafe Norah in Cottingham. We are looking for a chef / cook who would like to be creative and imaginative and provide lovely fresh dishes using locally sourced ingredients. We are professional, creative and rewarding. This post is mainly day time with occasional evenings

Our work environment includes:

Safe work environment Lively atmosphere
Do you want to join a friendly, creative team? Have the space to be innovative and cook with good quality locally sourced ingredients? We are a family run business looking for enthusiastic individuals.

We are looking for a Head Chef and a Sous Chef who will be required to prepare and send out high quality dishes that look and taste fantastic. You need to be able to run and manage the kitchen and delegate tasks to kitchen staff to ensure all meals are prepared in a timely manner. Also, you should be familiar with sanitation regulations.

Ultimately, you'll prepare and deliver a complete menu that delights our guests.

Responsibilities

Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients Cook food in a timely manner Delegate tasks to kitchen staff - when required Inform wait staff about daily specials Ensure appealing plate presentation 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and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy) Monitor food stock and place orders Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area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 and skills

Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment Baking skills desirable 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
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 - 40 per week

Additional pay:

Tips
Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount
Schedule:

Day shift Weekend availability
Experience:

chef: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Cafe Norah Chef
Expected start date: 25/06/2025