Cook School Chef, Borough Kitchen

Part Time – 12 to 30 hours

Locations: Battersea/Islington/Hampstead

Borough kitchen is a growing independent cookware shop with a dynamic cook school division operating out of our shops. Our Ethos is Skills and Techniques. Giving our guests true knowledge and skills to grow them as cooks and deepen their understanding of food.

We are seeking skilled and passionate individuals keen to pass on their knowledge of food. Our classes are intimate and focused.

Our ideal candidate is both a confident cook and a skilled communicator. Experience teaching is a bonus but not necessary.

Key duties include:

• Prepare cooking classes, ensuring all ingredients and equipment are ready
• Deliver engaging and informative cooking classes and demonstrations
• Host our guests in a warm and friendly environment
• Provide excellent customer service, answering any questions and ensuring a positive experience for guests
• Maintain a clean and organised cooking area
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards
• Clean down after classes together with the Cook School Assistant

Requirements:

• Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cuisines and techniques
• Proven experience as a professional chef or culinary instructor
• Passion for food and cooking, with a desire to share knowledge and inspire others
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Food hygiene and safety certification is a plus

Benefits

• Industry-leading discount programme on products for our employees
• Complimentary classes for yourself and family
• Annual pay review
• Access to our employee assistance programme which includes free counselling sessions, free financial and legal advice, discounts and cashback offers for over 1200+ brands, and many other offerings around health and wellbeing