Role Overview

We're looking for a chef to join our kitchen team at The Peryton for approximately 30 hours per week. This role is ideal for someone at the beginning of their chef career who's eager to learn, develop their skills, and work with fresh ingredients in a creative, fast-paced kitchen.

You'll work alongside an experienced team, helping to deliver our Japanese-Mexican inspired menu while gaining hands-on experience with modern cooking techniques and menu development.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking dishes to a consistently high standard

• Assisting with food preparation and daily mise en place

• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen

• Following food hygiene, HACCP and health & safety procedures

• Managing your section during service

• Helping with stock rotation and minimising waste

• Contributing ideas for specials and new menu dishes

• Working closely with the rest of the kitchen team to deliver great service

Requirements

• A genuine passion for cooking

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Able to remain calm during busy services

• Good organisational and time management skills

• Reliable and punctual

• Team player with strong communication skills

• Previous kitchen experience is preferred, but we welcome applications from chefs looking to take the next step in their career

Hours

• Approximately 30 hours per week

• Mixture of daytime, evening and weekend shifts

• Flexibility required during busy periods

Training & Development

• Ongoing training and support

• Opportunity to learn new techniques and broaden your skills

• Involvement in menu development and weekly specials

• A chance to grow within an independent business

Staff Benefits

• Staff discount on food and drinks

• Supportive, friendly working environment

• Creative input into dishes and menus

• Opportunities for progression as the business grows

What We're Looking For

We're after someone with enthusiasm, a strong work ethic and a real love of food. If you're keen to develop as a chef, enjoy working as part of a close-knit team, and want to be part of an independent restaurant that's constantly evolving, we'd love to hear from you.