Full time chef wanted for busy cafe/bar.
MC Svejk ApS
Full-Time Chef – Cafe Svejk
Job Description
As a full-time chef at Cafe Svejk, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food while maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen. You will play an important role in ensuring consistent food quality, excellent hygiene standards, and a positive dining experience for our guests.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation and Cooking: Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to Cafe Svejk’s menu and quality standards.
Food Hygiene and Safety: Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in accordance with food safety regulations, including proper food handling, storage, temperature control, and prevention of cross-contamination.
Kitchen Cleaning: Keep all kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, and workstations clean, sanitised, and organised throughout the working day.
Stock Management: Monitor ingredient levels, check deliveries, rotate stock, and ensure ingredients are stored correctly and used before their expiry dates.
Food Quality Control: Ensure all dishes meet the required standards for taste, freshness, portion size, and presentation.
Menu Preparation: Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and the preparation of daily specials when required.
Waste Management: Minimise food waste through careful preparation, portion control, and responsible use of ingredients.
Kitchen Organisation: Ensure the kitchen is well prepared for service, with ingredients, equipment, and workstations ready for efficient operation.
Teamwork and Communication: Work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service and effective communication during busy periods.
Compliance: Follow all relevant food safety procedures, workplace health and safety requirements, and internal kitchen guidelines.
Reliability and Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude, work independently when required, and contribute to a positive and respectful working environment.
Requirements
Experience working in a professional kitchen is preferred.
Good knowledge of food hygiene, food safety, and safe food handling practices.
Ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards under pressure.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
A reliable, responsible, and flexible approach to work.
We are looking for a dedicated and motivated chef who takes pride in their work, values quality and cleanliness, and wants to contribute to the daily success of Cafe Svejk.