Position Overview & Specifications

We are currently recruiting for various positions within our Kitchens based at our various businesses, The Auld Store, Law, The Station Inn, Braidwood and The Kirkton Inn, Carluke.

If you are an exceptional person, who has ambition and drive to work in the catering industry and is looking to learn from the best, then we want you!

This exciting role will give you the opportunity to develop your skills and prepare food with a difference, while providing a regular income and excellent career prospects.

Responsibilities

Assisting in the food preparation process
Cooking and preparing elements of high quality dishes
Preparing vegetables, meats and fish
Assisting other Chefs
Helping with deliveries and restocking
Assisting with stock rotation Cleaning stations
Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards

Qualifications

Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards
Minimum 6 months relevant experience
Awareness of manual handling techniques
Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety
Experience of kitchen equipment
Experience of dangerous equipment such as knives
Competent level of English spoken and written

General Skills

Basic knowledge of all sections
Ability to work under supervision of a limited range
Ability to produce good quality basic food
Understanding of health and safety
Understanding of basic food hygiene practices
Good oral communication
Team management skills
High level of attention to detail
Good level of numeracy Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you
Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes
Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work
Positive and approachable manner
Team player qualities

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Salary: From £8.50 per hour

Benefits: