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Assistant Chef

UKHarvest - Nourish Hub
Hammersmith and Fulham, London

Posted: 6 Jan 2025

Deadline: 31 Jan 2025

Compensation: Dependent on experience £13.15 – £16.00 per hour

Paid Part-time

Job description

Job Background: 

Nourish Hub is seeking a passionate and dynamic Assistant Chef to join our team. This is a part-time role where you will be responsible for preparing meals for both internal and external events, including Surplus Suppers, Holiday Events, and catering for community partners such as Imperial College and Hammersmith and Fulham Council.  

The second element of the role is delivering cookery sessions in partnership with the Education and Outreach Coordinator. You will be an essential member of the team, supporting the delivery of our education programme NourishEd.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Prepare vegetarian and vegan meals, desserts, and snacks in bulk, buffets, sandwiches, and canapés under the guidance of the Head Chef. Follow recipes and ensure meals are nutritionally balanced and of the highest quality. 
• Use rescued ingredients from across the supply chain to create dishes that support the Hub’s sustainability ethos, including reducing waste, managing the carbon footprint, and embracing seasonal eating practices. 
• Deliver engaging cookery sessions in our Cookery School that inspire and empower individuals of all ages—children, young people, and adults, to build practical cooking skills and embrace sustainable eating practices. 
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations, with ongoing training provided to ensure compliance. Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen at all times. 
• Safely use kitchen equipment, including industrial ovens, blast chillers, and blenders. On-the-job training will be provided to ensure you are comfortable with all equipment. 
• Manage and mentor a volunteers who contribute to the kitchen’s daily operations. Offer guidance and support to help them develop their skills and improve their personal circumstances, ultimately benefiting the wider community. 
• Communicate effectively with fellow kitchen staff and volunteers to ensure smooth service. Work closely with the Head Chef, Meals on Wheels Chef, Kitchen Porter/Cleaner, and Front of House Supervisor to maintain a harmonious, efficient kitchen environment. 
• Assist with safely packing down and cleaning the kitchen after service, ensuring that all areas are ready for the next shift. 
• Help develop new recipes, dishes, and store cupboard items that align with Nourish Hub’s mission to provide healthy, sustainable, and delicious meals.   

This is a flexible part-time position. Core working hours are 9:00-17:00, but flexibility is required as evening and weekend shifts are required weekly. 

Ideal Candidate: 

• Experience in vegetarian or vegan cooking, focusing on creating nutritionally balanced meals. 
• Ability to work with rescued ingredients and create delicious meals under changing circumstances. 
• Experience managing or mentoring individuals, wanting to help others grow and develop. 
• Experience sharing knowledge through education and training.  
• Collaborative mindset, with excellent communication skills and a willingness to support fellow team members. 

Application information

Please send your CV and cover letter to info@nourishhub.org.uk, referencing ‘Assistant Chef’ in the subject. When completing your cover letter, you should demonstrate and evidence the extent to which you have the necessary qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills identified.   

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