We are looking for a Creative Chef who truly loves food and is exceptionally reliable. You will be the heart of our kitchen, responsible for executing our core menu to perfection while actively introducing seasonal cafe and breakfast dishes. The ideal candidate will blend culinary artistry with kitchen operational efficiency, ensuring consistency, high quality, and a safe working environment.
Some experience is preferable but not necessary If you are in love with cooking and looking for a reliable job. For the right work ethics, we will cross oceans :).
Why work for Opera Cafe
- The vibe is great and the hours are brilliant! No evenings, neither super early mornings. Not to mention the team, we are lucky to have them on board.
- Competitive salary
- Daytime hours (no late-night shifts!), offering a great work-life balance.
- Staff meals on duty and discounts across Opera Cafe products.
- Opportunities for career growth and creative control over weekly specials.
- A supportive, energetic, and collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities
- Menu Innovation & Creativity: Design, develop, and present creative, visually appealing dishes, training will be provided.
- Food Preparation & Cooking: Oversee the daily preparation and service of all hot and cold meals, ensuring everything leaves the kitchen meets our exact standards for taste and presentation.
- Reliability & Operations: Ensure punctual arrival, consistent kitchen coverage, and smooth service execution, especially during our peak breakfast, brunch, and lunch hours.
- Stock & Waste Management: Efficiently manage stock, place accurate ingredient orders, and minimise food waste to help maintain strong gross margins.
- Hygiene & Food Safety: Maintain impeccable cleanliness in the kitchen. Strictly adhere to Food Standard Agency (FSA) guidelines, COSHH, and HACCP rules. Keep daily food safety logs fully up to date.
If you are a reliable professional who lives for great food and wants a platform to showcase your creativity, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a few photos of dishes you are proud of creating.
Opera Catering Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
Pay: £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
