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Vanda’s Kitchen have a café/store in St Paul's London. Do you have a passion for delivering a high-quality customer focus service? This role will give you the opportunity to make a real impact on our customer’s journey by being a main point of contact being able to deliver a high standard of customer service. At the core of our values is our commitment to deliver exceptional customer service and experience. Do you have real barista experience, confidence with pastry preparation and gluten free seperation including changing gloves etc. Vanda’s Kitchen - Customer Service Job Description ·To greet customers with a nice manner as they enter the shop ·To act as the point of contact between the customer and the kitchen ·To be able to prepare coffees and basic kitchen jobs to complete taken orders. · To demonstrate an understanding of the menu and the options available to the customer. · To report any issues to the head chef immediately. · To be confident in speaking to the public. This all sounds great - What key skills do I need to apply: Previous experience of a customer service role , face to face Experience of handling and resolving customer issues, with a first-time right attitude Strong communication skills both written and verbal Experience of working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to navigate through change Experience in a gluten free kitchen/shop is advanteous
Full-Time Production Pastry Chef We are seeking a skilled and experienced Pastry Chef to join our team full-time. This role involves crafting a variety of high-quality desserts and managing a successful team of baker and chefs. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Opportunities for growth are available for the right individual. Responsibilities: • Collaborate closely with the Head Chef to oversee and manage the entire kitchen operations. • Create and execute a wide range of dishes according to established recipes and culinary standards. • Maintain high levels of cleanliness and adhere to strict health and safety regulations within the kitchen. • Lead and help the Head Chef to manage a team of 10 employees (or more), providing guidance and training to maintain a productive and harmonious work environment. • Help the Head chef in handling all aspects of kitchen management, including inventory control, ordering supplies, and managing stock levels to ensure freshness and availability of ingredients. • Monitor stock rotation and implement a systematic process for tracking inventory to minimise waste. • Innovate with the Head Chef and experiment with new recipes and techniques to introduce unique and creative offerings to our customers. • Ensure consistency and quality in all products across our four locations. • Oversee the preparation of ingredients and use of cooking and kitchen equipment effectively and efficiently. • Monitor the performance and progress of team members, offering support and constructive feedback to the Head Chef as needed. Requirements: • A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Pastry Sous Chef, including experience managing a team and in Production. • Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations. • Proficient in health and safety standards, as well as food preparation and nutrition. • Experience with inventory management and control, including stock ordering and rotation. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining high quality standards. • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. • Excellent communication and leadership skills. • Knowledge in Gluten free/vegan recipes Application Process: Candidates will undergo a three-stage assessment process, including a trial shift, an in-person interview, and reference checks. This position offers the chance for an experienced Chef to take on new challenges and grow within our organisation. If you are committed to producing exceptional pastries and enjoy leading a team, we encourage you to apply.
- Prepare pizzas out of our menu and based on custom orders - Make fresh tomato, pesto and white cream saucesWash and chop vegetables (for example, tomatoes, peppers, onions and mushrooms) - Cut, slice and grill meats like chicken, ham - Monitor food stock and place orders, as needed - Use traditional ingredients to appeal to a larger audience (for example, vegan cheese and gluten-free flour) - Cook appetizers, like mozzarella sticks, pizza bites, garlic breads and salads - recommend new recipes to update our menus - maintain a clean cooking station and sterilize equipment