Details:
- Salary: £14 - 20 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: RG30 6BU Tilehurst West Berkshire
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
A chef's duties in a restaurant blend culinary artistry with kitchen management. Key responsibilities include preparing and plating high-quality food, managing food inventory, and ensuring strict health and hygiene standards.
A chef's day-to-day role can be broken down into three core pillars:
1. Culinary Execution & Development
* Food Preparation: Overseeing "mise en place" (prepping ingredients before cooking).
* Cooking & Plating: Preparing dishes to exacting culinary standards and ensuring consistent presentation.
2. Kitchen Operations & Logistics
* Inventory Control: Tracking stock levels, inspecting deliveries, and managing purchasing orders.
* Waste Management: Monitoring portion control and minimizing spoilage.
* Equipment Maintenance: Ensuring cooking equipment and work stations are clean, fully operational, and compliant with kitchen standards.
3. Health, Safety & Compliance
* Food Safety: Implementing strict food hygiene and safety protocols (such as HACCP).
* Sanitation: Ensuring the entire kitchen space, from prep areas to dishwashing zones, meets regulatory health codes