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Role: Bistro Chef
Location: Horley, Surrey
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-14:30
Pay: £13.00-£15.00ph

Our client based in Horley, Surrey, are looking for a Bistro Chef to join their growing team.

You will be responsible for supporting the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen, preparing and serving food to a high standard while maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards.

Main duties include:

• Preparing and cooking breakfast, lunch and other menu items to the required standard.

• Preparing ingredients, including chopping, portioning and food preparation.

• Cooking eggs, bacon alternatives, sausages, hash browns, beans, toast and other breakfast items.

• Preparing Turkish breakfast and other speciality dishes as required.

• Assisting with preparation of sauces, salads, sides and other menu items.

• Ensuring food is cooked, presented and served correctly and consistently.

• Working efficiently during busy breakfast and lunch services.

• Following food hygiene, health and safety and allergen procedures at all times.

• Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen and food preparation areas.

• Cleaning cooking equipment, work surfaces, utensils and kitchen areas throughout and at the end of each shift.

• Correctly storing and labelling food and checking use-by dates.

• Following stock rotation procedures and informing management when stock levels are low.

• Minimising food waste and using ingredients responsibly.

• Assisting with deliveries and putting stock away safely when required.

• Working as part of a team and communicating effectively with front-of-house staff.

• Following recipes, portion sizes and kitchen procedures.

• Supporting other kitchen duties as reasonably required by the business.

• Opening or closing the kitchen as required, including completing relevant cleaning and preparation duties.

The role requires a positive attitude, good timekeeping, reliability and the ability to remain calm and organised during busy periods.