About the Role
As a Breakfast/Kitchen Team Member, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth hostel breakfast and kitchen operations by assisting with food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a hygienic and organized workspace. You’ll work closely with the kitchen and wider team to deliver high-quality dishes and tending the hostel breakfast while adhering to food safety standards. This is a fast-paced, dynamic role requiring attention to detail, teamwork, and adaptability.
The kitchen environment is energetic and demanding, especially during busy service hours. You'll need to manage your time effectively while staying calm under pressure. The ability to multitask and ensure consistency and quality in food preparation is key.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation:
Prepare ingredients such as chopping, cutting, and marinating as per recipes.
Measure and mix ingredients following standardized recipes and specifications.
Ensure all dishes meet the company’s quality standards.
Cooking and Plating:
Cook dishes, monitoring quality and consistency.
Operate kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, fryers, and blenders, safely and efficiently.
Plate and garnish dishes to ensure visual appeal.
Kitchen Hygiene and Safety:
Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Store ingredients and prepared dishes properly to avoid contamination.
Inventory and Supply Management:
Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the Kitchen Manager.
Assist in receiving, inspecting, and storing deliveries.
Minimize food waste by utilizing ingredients efficiently.
Time Management and Coordination:
Ensure all dishes are prepared on time, especially during peak service hours.
Coordinate effectively with team members to maintain smooth kitchen operations.
What We’re Looking For
Key Skills:
Knife Skills: Proficiency in cutting, slicing, dicing, and chopping ingredients safely and efficiently.
Attention to Detail: Ability to follow recipes precisely and maintain consistent quality.
Time Management: Effectively manage tasks to meet deadlines, especially during busy shifts.
Communication: Clear and effective communication with kitchen and bar team members.
Food Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
Multitasking: Ability to handle multiple orders while maintaining high standards.
Problem-Solving: Resolve issues such as missing ingredients or equipment malfunctions quickly and efficiently.
Legal Requirements
Eligibility to work legally in the country of employment.
Required documentation as per local, regional, and national guidelines.
A valid, active bank account in your name.
Training and Development
At Beds & Bars, we are committed to your growth and development. By joining our team, you’ll become part of our award-winning Footsteps program, a structured career pathway designed to help employees achieve their professional goals.
The program includes:
On-the-job training and mentorship.
E-learning modules covering essential topics like health and safety, mental wellness, and kitchen skills.
Workshops on sustainability, introduction to management, and more.
With our external training support powered by Mapal Flow, the possibilities for your growth are endless. Whether you’re just starting or looking to advance, we’ll provide you with the tools to succeed.
Join Our Team
If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic workplace, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting career with Beds & Bars!
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
EH1 1DE