Chef Assistant

Chef Assistant – Be part of our Community Kitchen team in Hoyland!

Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure and engage with your community in the heart of Hoyland? Get ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real difference as we open our brand-new Community Shop in Hoyland! We're not just opening a store; we're building a hub where every meal serves a purpose, and every interaction fosters community spirit.

Job Title: Chef Assistant

Company: Community Shop, a social enterprise part of the Company Shop Group

About Us: Community Shop is dedicated to building stronger individuals and confident communities through our social enterprise initiatives. As part of the Company Shop Group, we are committed to making a positive impact in the areas we serve. Our flagship program, the What If Plan, aims to drive community development and social change.

Role Overview: As a Chef Assistant, you'll be at the heart of our culinary operations, ensuring that every dish is prepared with care and served with a smile. From chopping vegetables and assisting the Chef, to serving customers, you'll be an integral part of our team, creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued. This role also entails supporting the Chef Educator in organising Community Kitchen programs and community-driven projects aimed at meeting community needs through our personal and community development initiative, The What If Plan.

You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders demonstrating your leadership, initiative, ability to problem solve and capacity to respond flexibly to unexpected demand.

Why Join Us:

• Make a Difference: Your work will directly contribute to reducing food waste and supporting the local community.
• Team Spirit: Join a supportive team where collaboration and camaraderie are key.
• Learning Opportunities: Whether it's improving your culinary skills or gaining valuable customer service experience, there's always room to grow.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, free membership to Company Shop, and other perks to sweeten the deal.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Good communication skills and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Confident Lone Worker with the ability to work independently with confidence, including offering breakfast service without supervision.
• Proficient in Food Production, being able to demonstrate competence in producing high-quality food offerings with confidence and skill.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Flexibility to perform a variety of duties as needed.
• Passion for making a positive impact in the community.
• Level 1 Food Hygiene and Food Safety certification required.
• Previous experience in a kitchen environment preferred but not essential.

• Food Safety Certification: Level 1 Food Hygiene and Food Safety certification required
• To assist in the effective delivery of Community Kitchen cookery development courses

·        To assist Chef Educator in the hands-on culinary instruction & development to members

·        To assist and support special events including fundraisers and cooking demonstrations

Benefits

Why you’ll love Company Shop Group

• Free membership to Company Shop for you and 10 x nominees.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Annual Flu Injections, High Street and Leisure discounts and on-site Parking.
• Subsidised staff Canteen, Free Tea & Coffee, and Free Fruit Friday
• Employee Assistance Programme – Grocery Aid.
• Eligible for Costco membership, Cycle 2 Work, and UK Fuel card discounts.
• Life assurance benefit

Location: Hoyland

Salary: £12.35 per hour

Hours: Tuesday to Saturday between 9:30am and 2.30pm, totalling 25 hours per week.

Note: The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Ready to Join the Kitchen Team? If you're excited about the opportunity to be part of something special in Hoyland, we want to hear from you! Apply now and let's make a difference together in our community.

If you're ready to embrace a role where innovation meets social impact, apply now and be a part of our journey towards a brighter future together.