Chef / Cook Exciting New Modern Coffee Shop & Artisan Cocktail Bar
About Us:
The Glass Lounge is a brand-new modern coffee shop, artisan café, and cocktail bar. Were passionate about fresh, high-quality food served in a stylish, welcoming space from light breakfasts and brunches to seasonal grain bowls during the day, and sharing plates and tapas alongside cocktails in the evening.
Were excited to announce that well officially open on Tuesday 2nd September. In the run-up to launch, well be hosting a series of chef nights, soft launch evenings, and menu/content prep days in July and August giving you the opportunity to shape the kitchen offering and get involved early in the creative process.
Opening Hours:
* MondayWednesday: 8:00am5:00pm
* Thursday: 8:00am10:00pm
* FridaySaturday: 8:00am11:00pm
* Sunday: 8:00am1:00pm
Working Hours:
* MondayWednesday: 7:30amClose
* Thursday: 7:30amClose
* FridaySaturday: 7:30amClose
* Sunday: 7:30amClose
Shifts will be a mix of full and half days, depending on availability. Once we know your preferred days and times, well do our best to build the rota around you. Common shift patterns include:
* 7:30am12:00pm
* 12:00pm5:30pm
* Evening shifts for tapas service (ThursdaySaturday)
The Role:
Were looking for a reliable, passionate, and confident Chef / Cook to join the team. Youll work closely with the owners to develop and deliver a fresh daytime menu including light breakfasts, brunch dishes, seasonal salads, sandwiches, and grain bowls and help transition into a tapas-style offering in the evening.
Were happy to work with you to design and create an exciting new menu that reflects your creativity and passion, while fitting the overall vibe of The Glass Lounge.
This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys input into menus, working independently, and helping launch something special.
We're looking for someone who:
* Is qualified to work in a professional kitchen (additional in-house training and support provided)
* Is confident with prep and service in both solo and small team settings.
* Can design and deliver fresh, simple, high-quality dishes.
* Works cleanly, efficiently, and calmly under pressure.
* Keeps on top of back stock, waste, and kitchen organisation.
* Follows food safety procedures and maintains hygiene standards
* Enjoys working collaboratively with FOH and owners.
* Has a proactive attitude and enjoys getting involved in early-stage planning (Bonus!)
* Enjoys getting involved in content creation or soft launch events
Details:
* Location: EN11 8BP
* Pay: £13£15 per hour (depending on experience)
* Minimum 38 hours per week
* Flexible rota based on availability
* Shifts across full opening hours
* Involvement in pre-launch prep/events (JulyAugust)
* Menu design support, training, and creative input encouraged
* Opportunities to grow with the business long-term
Most importantly, were looking for someone who genuinely enjoys what they do. If you love food, care about quality, and want to be part of something from the ground up wed love to hear from you.
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