Prep Chef – Cutting & First Cook
Location: JRC Global Buffet, Cardiff
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About Us
JRC Global Buffet is a fast-paced, high-energy dining experience offering a variety of global cuisines. We take pride in serving freshly prepared dishes with high-quality ingredients. We are looking for a highly skilled Prep Chef with strong knife skills and cutting efficiency to join our kitchen team.
Job Responsibilities
- Precision Cutting & Knife Work: Perform fast and accurate cutting, slicing, dicing, and filleting of meats, seafood, and vegetables according to exact specifications.
- Ingredient Preparation: Handle high-volume prep work efficiently while maintaining consistency and quality.
- First Cooking: Assist in pre-cooking proteins, stocks, and sauces as required for service.
- Quality Control: Ensure all ingredients meet food safety, freshness, and portioning standards.
- Kitchen Efficiency: Maintain speed and accuracy to meet service demands in a high-pressure environment.
- Hygiene & Safety: Keep a clean workstation, follow food hygiene regulations, and store ingredients properly.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Prep Chef, Butcher, or in a similar role in a busy, high-volume kitchen.
- Exceptional knife skills with speed and precision in cutting, slicing, and portioning.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality and consistency.
- Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.
- Right to work in the UK (You must have right to work in the UK).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- This job is in Croydon, what is your postcode?
Work Location: In person
