Hot Food Expert for our ONGGI FranchiseKiosk in Bath - 3 Month Contract (FTC)
Location: Bath ONGGI (Waitrose)
Hours: 12:00PM – 9:00PM (Shift-based)
Salary: £13.50
Reports to: Business Owner
Overview:
We’re looking for a passionate and driven Hot Food Chef to join our team, playing a key role in the preparation of high-quality hot and cold dishes, working closely with third-party delivery platforms, and helping drive sales. This is a customer-focused, fast-paced role that blends culinary skills with operational awareness and commercial insight.
Key Responsibilities:
Hot Food & Cold Production:
* Prepare and cook a variety of hot food dishes to a high standard, consistently meeting food safety and quality guidelines.
* Support the production and presentation of cold food items, including salads, sushi, or grab-and-go offerings.
* Ensure all recipes are followed accurately and portion control is maintained.
* Maintain exceptional cleanliness and hygiene across food preparation and storage areas.
Delivery Platform Coordination:
* Work in sync with delivery partners (e.g., Deliveroo, Uber Eats, Just Eat) to ensure seamless, on-time order fulfilment.
* Monitor orders, adjust prep based on volume fluctuations, and ensure dishes meet spec and brand standards every time.
* Collaborate with front-of-house/delivery liaison team to minimise delays and improve service scores.
Sales & Performance Focus:
* Contribute to the development and execution of new menu items that increase customer satisfaction and sales.
* Help drive kitchen efficiencies to reduce waste and improve margins.
* Take an active role in identifying trends in delivery sales and customer preferences.
* Maintain daily logs of food output, customer ratings, and prep levels to report back on sales performance.
Teamwork & Culture:
* Work collaboratively with other chefs and kitchen assistants to ensure smooth service.
* Help train new team members and uphold a culture of quality, speed, and accountability.
* Communicate clearly with the team during busy shifts to manage priorities.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a similar hot kitchen role, ideally within a delivery-focused environment.
* Understand how QSR works.
* Good understanding of food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety regulations.
* Confident using kitchen tech and delivery platform interfaces.
* Passionate about food, presentation, and customer satisfaction.
* Ability to work evening and weekend shifts as required.
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