We're on the lookout for a Second Chef to join our fast-paced kitchen team at The Delicious Burger & Shake, a thriving gourmet burger takeaway based in Nuneaton. We also provide fresh, fun daytime and party food for our on-site childrens soft play area, making every shift busy, varied, and rewarding.
Location: The Delicious Burger & Shake, Nuneaton
Hours: 5 days per week, spread across 7 days (812 hour shifts)
Must be available: Friday, Saturday & Sunday (with some weekends off on rotation)
The Role:
You'll take the lead in the kitchen when the Head Chef is off, running shifts with full responsibility and keeping the kitchen operating at a high standard.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Running the kitchen independently 2 days a week
* Placing orders and managing stock/deliveries
* Overseeing food prep for burgers, kids' meals & party food
* Ensuring excellent hygiene, food safety, and service standards
* Taking pride in maintaining a clean, tidy kitchen, including deep cleaning tasks as needed
* Staying calm and level-headed under pressure in a high-demand environment
What Were Looking For:
* Proven kitchen experience (fast-paced takeaway or similar preferred)
* Strong work ethic and leadership skills
* Ability to work cleanly and efficiently, keeping the kitchen in tip-top condition
* Willing to take on deep cleaning and general maintenance of kitchen hygiene
* Confident working alone and managing busy shifts
* Reliable, punctual, and able to commute to Nuneaton
* Friendly, team-oriented, and passionate about great food
What We Offer:
* Competitive pay based on experience
* A supportive team and loyal local customer base
* Rotating weekends off when fully staffed
* A respected, hands-on role in a growing independent business
Ready to step up and lead in a busy gourmet kitchen?
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