Job Description

Position:

Senior Chef

Location:

The Roastery Coffee Shop + Brunch Kitchen

Reports to:

Executive Chef and Head Chef

Who are Hot Numbers Coffee

Coffee. Music. Conversation.

Hot Numbers crafts exceptional brews for coffee lovers across Cambridge.

Gwydir Street is the original Hot Numbers coffee-shop, housed in a former Victorian brewery just off vibrant Mill Road, where expertly-crafted drinks and irresistible brunch creations are served in a laid-back, jazz-filled space. Located just minutes from Cambridge Station, our communal tables foster conversation while cozy corners provide the perfect refuge. Meanwhile Trumpington Street is our city-centre location, condensing all the best bits of Hot Numbers coffee, brunch and friendly vibes. Staff and customers enjoy the buzz of student conversation at long sharing tables, rotating art exhibits and our sun trap garden hideaway.

What began as Founder Simon's own blend of engineering, music and flat-white-obsession has become a distinctly independent approach to speciality coffee.

The Role

As a Senior Brunch Chef your role will be to work cohesively with staff and be responsible for day-to-day tasks under the guidance of the Head Chef and the Cafe Manager. This includes kitchen cleanliness, food preparation and service. You will be given tasks by your line manager to complete efficiently throughout the day. You will be acting as point of contact when the head chef is absent answering any queries and problem solving. You will adhere to the quality and consistency set by the management team.

Duties and responsibilities

Work with the Head Chef to ensure a smooth running of the Kitchen, working in partnership alongside our front of house teams. In the absence of the Head Chef you will act as point of contact for staff members and suppliers. Work cohesively within the kitchen team, working consistently to company standards. This includes preparation, service, and portion control. To motivate and work well within the kitchen team, delegating tasks and ensuring an excellent kitchen service is delivered by all members of staff. To give honest feedback on staff performance (positive or negative) to the Head Chef. Cook our brunch dishes to order as well as preparing everything needed for our daily menu items with a good knowledge of our offerings and being able to answer questions regarding ingredients and allergens confidently. Prepare Deli food items such as sandwiches, toasties, and sausage rolls. Maintain reasonable wait times on service and ensure that realistic wait times are communicated to front of house. Follow the training provided and ensure all staff adhere to the standards set. Understanding and production of the menu Adhering to food hygiene standards Maintain cleanliness in all aspects of the kitchen Understanding and complying with, company policy and the employee handbook Ensure you maintain excellent levels of cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene. Ensure you are completing the daily and weekly cleaning check sheets to a high standard. Order stock in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner with good communication to both suppliers and colleagues to ensure sufficient kitchen stock control. Use and store stock correctly utilising a first in first out (FIFO) system.

Job related skills, Knowledge, Personal attributes & skills required

Proficient understanding of the principles of food hygiene and understanding of health and safety policies and procedures to ensure they are followed correctly. Well organised and effective at delegating tasks to team members. Ability to work efficiently both on your own and as a senior manager of a small team. A positive role model with a friendly and confident demeanour. Quality focussed with great attention to detail. Responsible and reliable in all areas of your work. An effective trouble-shooter with the ability to resolve problems promptly and pro-actively seek solutions ahead of re occurring issues.

Hours and work schedule

Our kitchen operates from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, seven days a week. Consequently, shifts typically run from 6:30 AM to 4:00 PM. We do not have split shifts, ensuring a consistent and manageable work schedule for our team.

We offer a pay bracket specifically for employees aged 18-21

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 13.11 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Day shift
Experience:

Chef: 1 year (required) Kitchen management: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person