Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Cook/Kitchen Hand to join our team. This role involves supporting the preparation and cooking of meals in a busy kitchen environment, ensuring high standards of food safety and hygiene are maintained. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, excellent organisational skills, and experience working in a fast-paced culinary setting. This position offers an opportunity to develop culinary skills and build on previous kitchen experience. Whilst initially a fixed term contract, for the right candidate it could lead to a permanent role.
Duties
- Assist with food preparation, including chopping, peeling, and assembling ingredients
- Support the cooking process by following recipes and instructions from senior kitchen staff
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area, including washing dishes and sanitising surfaces
- Ensure all food safety standards are adhered to at all times
- Help with meal assembly and presentation to ensure timely service
- Restock supplies and ingredients as needed to maintain smooth kitchen operations
- Follow health and safety regulations diligently to promote a safe working environment
Experience
- Previous experience in a kitchen or restaurant environment is essential
- At least basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods is advantageous
- Familiarity with food safety standards and hygiene practices is desirable
- Experience in meal preparation and serving within a busy setting will be highly regarded
- A genuine interest in culinary arts and willingness to learn new skills is essential
This role is ideal for individuals passionate about food service in a fast paced but fun setting. This role has flexibility in the hours and we are very open to flexibility in hours / days for the right candidate.
Sponsorship is not available for this role and right to work visa must be in place before applying. This is a live out role and candidates must be able to commute daily from Inverness.