PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
This is NOT an entry-level or first kitchen job.
A minimum of 1 year of professional kitchen experience is required. Applications from candidates with no professional kitchen experience will not be considered.
Please read the full job description before applying. We are looking for someone who already understands how a professional kitchen operates and is comfortable working in a busy, structured and repetitive production environment.
The Role
We are looking for a Production Chef to join our kitchen team.
The position is initially available on a part-time basis, with the possibility of full-time hours for the right candidate, depending on experience, skills, availability and ability to work independently within the kitchen.
This is primarily a production-focused role. You must be comfortable preparing the same products consistently, following recipes, working efficiently and maintaining the same standards throughout every shift.
What We Are Looking For
To be considered, you must:
- Have at least 1 year of professional kitchen experience
- Have previously worked in a commercial/professional kitchen
- Be confident with food preparation and basic kitchen procedures
- Be comfortable with repetitive production work
- Be able to follow recipes, quantities and preparation procedures accurately
- Work efficiently while maintaining quality and consistency
- Maintain a clean and organised workstation
- Follow food hygiene and safety procedures
- Be reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team
- Be able to work independently once trained
This Position Is NOT Suitable For
Please do not apply if:
- You have never worked in a professional kitchen
- You are looking for your first kitchen job
- You do not have at least 1 year of relevant kitchen experience
- You are not comfortable with repetitive production work
- You are applying without reading the job description
We appreciate everyone's interest, but applications that do not meet the minimum experience requirement will not be considered.
Hours
Part-time initially, with hours discussed based on availability and business requirements.
There is the possibility of moving to full-time hours for candidates with the appropriate kitchen experience, skills and performance.
When Applying
Please include details of your previous kitchen experience, including:
- Where you worked
- Your position
- How long you worked there
- Your main kitchen responsibilities
Applications without relevant professional kitchen experience will not progress to the next stage.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 – 35.0 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- West Byfleet KT14 6NF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Please briefly describe your most recent professional kitchen role, including your job title, how long you worked there, and your main responsibilities.
Experience:
- kitchen : 1 year (required)
Location:
- West Byfleet KT14 6NF (required)
Work Location: In person
