Job Overview
J’s Burgers is a gourmet burger shop specialising in freshly prepared, high-quality gourmet and smash burgers.
We are looking for an experienced Gourmet Burger Chef / Smash Burger Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with burgers and grills and be confident preparing and cooking high-quality burgers in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
You will be responsible for preparing, cooking and assembling our burgers to a consistently high standard, while ensuring orders are completed quickly and accurately during busy service periods.
We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their food, understands the importance of consistency and presentation, and can work efficiently as part of a team.
Previous experience as a Burger Chef, Smash Burger Chef, Grill Chef or in a similar fast-paced kitchen role is required.
Duties
- Prepare and cook gourmet burgers and smash burgers to a consistently high standard
- Confidently use a flat-top grill/griddle and understand proper smash burger cooking techniques
- Prepare, season and cook burger patties correctly
- Achieve the correct sear, texture and cook on every burger
- Toast buns and assemble burgers according to J’s Burgers recipes and presentation standards
- Prepare toppings, sauces and other ingredients ready for service
- Cook and prepare sides using fryers and other kitchen equipment
- Manage multiple orders efficiently during busy service periods
- Ensure orders are prepared accurately and within expected service times
- Maintain consistency in portion sizes, cooking and presentation
- Check ingredient quality and freshness throughout each shift
- Monitor stock levels and communicate when ingredients or supplies are running low
- Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen and workstation
- Follow all food hygiene, food safety and health & safety procedures
- Store, label and rotate food correctly
- Prevent cross-contamination and follow allergen procedures
- Work closely with kitchen and front-of-house team members
- Assist with kitchen opening, closing and cleaning duties
Experience
- Previous professional kitchen experience is required
- Previous experience as a Burger Chef, Smash Burger Chef or Grill Chef is highly preferred
- Experience working with a flat-top grill/griddle
- Good knowledge of burger preparation, cooking and assembly
- Experience working in a busy restaurant, takeaway or fast-food kitchen
- Ability to manage multiple orders during busy periods
- Strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety
- Ability to work quickly without compromising food quality
- Good attention to detail and presentation
- Reliable, punctual and able to work well as part of a team
- Ability to maintain high standards when working under pressure
At J’s Burgers, quality and consistency are extremely important to us. We want someone who understands what makes a great gourmet burger and takes pride in every order that leaves the kitchen.
If you have experience cooking gourmet burgers or smash burgers and are confident working in a fast-paced kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now through Indeed with your CV and details of your previous burger, grill or kitchen experience.
Pay: £12.71-£16.61 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
