We’re on the search for an experienced general assistant/cook for a growing Caribbean Café in Southend. Come join us!
The role is simple…to prepare the finest food and drinks to wow every customer.
This is a permanent position, with a competitive starting salary, pension scheme, food discounts, and the opportunity to progress.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Cooking and preparing meals
• Running the operations of the café through effective planning, communication and organising
• To lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver outstanding quality food
• Be capable of dealing with challenging situations promptly and with professionalism
• To ensure the café is always presented in a way that reflects high standards
• Lead by example and be a role model in service, standards and knowledge
• Look for continual improvement in standards, and generate new ideas
• Employ and train staff
• Stock taking
• Implementing risk assessments and cleaning procedures
• Key holder for the business

You must have:

• Previous experience of a least 1 year working in a similar chef role
• Passion for Food and Beverage service
• Hands on approach with an excitement for delivering great food
• Good organisational skills with great attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment
• Excellent presentation skills
• Up to date food hygiene certificate
• Strong work ethic and desire to progress
• Creativity-to drive the business forward

You will be required to work 20-40 hours per week. part time hours will be considered. Flexibility is a must!
If this sounds like your next career move and you have the skills and attributes above, then please apply!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.21 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food

Work Location: In perso

• Cooking and preparing meals
• Running the operations of the café through effective planning, communication and organising
• To lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver outstanding quality food
• Be capable of dealing with challenging situations promptly and with professionalism
• To ensure the café is always presented in a way that reflects high standards
• Lead by example and be a role model in service, standards and knowledge
• Look for continual improvement in standards, and generate new ideas
• Employ and train staff
• Stock taking
• Implementing risk assessments and cleaning procedures
• Key holder for the busines