Cook

Playmania Sheffield are looking for someone to join our Kitchen Team on a part time basis. An average of 24 hours a week. Every Monday & Tuesday 9-4.30pm and every other weekend 9-6pm.

Our Cooks are responsible for the running of the kitchen daily, including food preparation, cleaning, running food and pots. This is a very physical job and requires someone who is willing to be on their feet for most of the day and working under pressure in a fast paced environment.

If you think this is the right role for you then please ensure you have answered all of the questions on the application fully and we will be in touch with those candidates who will be taken forward to a face to face interview.

Successful candidates will be invited to a face to face interview based on their cv and the answers to the application questions. If you do not answer the questions we will not consider your application.

Duties:

- Oversee all aspects of food preparation and meal presentation in the kitchen
- Ensure that all food is prepared and cooked to the highest standards of quality and taste
- Order supplies to maintain adequate stock levels
- Supervise less experienced kitchen staff ie dishwashers
- Monitor food safety practices to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Collaborate with management to plan and execute special events or themed menus
- Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment

A passion for cooking
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Effective communication and leadership abilities
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices

· Have excellent awareness & understanding of food allergies and specific dietary requirements

· Participate in CPD training and performance development as required

· Keep appropriate records in accordance with company procedures

· Ensure day to day operations are carried out in accordance within company procedures, ensuring overall standards and quality are maintained

Note: Prior experience as a cook or working in a in a similar role (commercial kitchen) is essential.,

• What is your experience working in a kitchen? (please be as specific and detailed as possible). If you have no experience, please tell us about your transferable skills.
  
  Company pension


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount


• Free parking


• On-site parking