ABOUT US:

Smoking Goat is an open-fire Thai barbecue restaurant and bar, serving food inspired by the street food of Bangkok. We’re a busy restaurant that works closely with exceptional farmers and offers a daily-changing menu. Our drinks programme includes unique beers, natural wines, and a growing vinyl record collection. We welcome applicants looking to grow and be inspired. Thai cooking experience is not required—just a passion for learning and being part of a strong, team-focused restaurant.
We’re seeking a CDP to join our Kitchen Team!

• Collaborate closely with our senior kitchen team to maintain consistently high standards of food preparation and presentation, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Oversee and manage your assigned kitchen section, coordinating daily prep schedules and ensuring smooth operations.
• Lead daily briefings for your section team to set expectations and assign responsibilities.
• Develop and implement comprehensive training plans tailored to the needs of junior staff, focusing on essential skills such as food preparation, presentation, and efficient workflow.
• Monitor progress and assess training effectiveness, adjusting programmes as needed to ensure continuous improvement and high performance.
• Conduct routine inspections of your section to ensure compliance with internal and external hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Ensure that all team members strictly adhere to food safety practices, including proper handling, storage, and labelling of ingredients.
• Serve as primary support to Sous Chefs during high-volume service periods, providing backup and troubleshooting as required.
• Address any issues that arise during service quickly and efficiently to maintain consistent quality.
• Maintain knowledge of our produce and suppliers to ensure high-quality ingredient selection.
• Ensure a strong understanding of food safety standards and legislative requirements to uphold a 5-star EHO rating.