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Prep Chef – Cutting & First Cook

Location: JRC Global Buffet, Cardiff

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About Us

JRC Global Buffet is a fast-paced, high-energy dining experience offering a variety of global cuisines. We take pride in serving freshly prepared dishes with high-quality ingredients. We are looking for a highly skilled Prep Chef with strong knife skills and cutting efficiency to join our kitchen team.

Job Responsibilities

• Precision Cutting & Knife Work: Perform fast and accurate cutting, slicing, dicing, and filleting of meats, seafood, and vegetables according to exact specifications.
• Ingredient Preparation: Handle high-volume prep work efficiently while maintaining consistency and quality.
• First Cooking: Assist in pre-cooking proteins, stocks, and sauces as required for service.
• Quality Control: Ensure all ingredients meet food safety, freshness, and portioning standards.
• Kitchen Efficiency: Maintain speed and accuracy to meet service demands in a high-pressure environment.
• Hygiene & Safety: Keep a clean workstation, follow food hygiene regulations, and store ingredients properly.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Prep Chef, Butcher, or in a similar role in a busy, high-volume kitchen.
• Exceptional knife skills with speed and precision in cutting, slicing, and portioning.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Right to work in the UK (You must have right to work in the UK).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• This job is in Cardiff Central, what is your postcode?

Work Location: In person