Job Description
We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Cook / Chef to join our team in our busy country café.
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We serve breakfast and lunch 7 days a week, with a menu that focuses on fresh, generous and delicious café food. We're looking for someone who takes pride in what they put on the plate and enjoys working in a friendly, fast-paced environment.
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Cook / Chef – Breakfast & Lunch Café
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Join our friendly country café team!
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We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Cook / Chef to join our team in our busy country café.
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We serve breakfast and lunch 7 days a week, with a menu that focuses on fresh, generous and delicious café food. We're looking for someone who takes pride in what they put on the plate and enjoys working in a friendly, fast-paced environment.
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The Role
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You'll be responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast and lunch service, including:
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Preparing and cooking dishes to a consistently high standard
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Breakfast and lunch service
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Food preparation and kitchen organisation
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Maintaining food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards
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Working efficiently during busy service periods
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Assisting with menu preparation and specials
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Stock rotation and minimising food wastage
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Working collaboratively with the front-of-house and kitchen team
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About You
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We're looking for someone who:
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Has previous experience as a Cook, Chef or experienced Café Cook
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Is confident working across breakfast and lunch service
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Can work independently while also being a team player
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Has a good understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene
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Is organised, reliable and able to work well under pressure
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Takes pride in presentation and consistency
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Has a positive attitude and enjoys being part of a small team
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Has a genuine passion for valuable food
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Trade qualifications are desirable but not essential for the right person with relevant café cooking experience.
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What We Offer
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A friendly, welcoming country café environment
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A supportive team
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Daytime hours, early morning starts – no late-night restaurant shifts
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Regular work across a 7-day operation
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Opportunity for the right person to have input into specials and menu ideas
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A workplace where quality food and good customer service are genuinely valued
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The Hours
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The café operates 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch, so flexibility across weekdays and weekends is required.
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We are open to discussing full-time, part-time or casual arrangements for the right person.