Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Do you have a passion for organisation? Do you take pride in delivering great food? If yes, we would love to hear from you!
Join us as a Lead Cook in our Crawley Club offering a 25-30 Hour contract which is fully flexible over 7 days and will include evening and weekend shifts.
Join Our Team of Remarkable People
At Buzz Bingo, together we’re on a mission to be the Nation’s No 1 Choice for Bingo. Our teams in Clubs across the country and in our Support Centre are smart and passionate about what they do. We know each person here can make a big difference, so we’ll support your professional goals, give you what you need to thrive, and celebrate your success along the way!
We believe in the power of Bingo to bring people together, and it is that spirit of connection - online and in Club - that makes us a Bingo business unlike any other.
The Role You’ll Play
As Lead Cook, you are responsible for managing the kitchen service and motivating the team, ensuring that great food goes out promptly to our Customers. You make sure our food is prepared and served in line with company standards, providing dedicated kitchen support in the busiest of spells and making sure fantastic quality is consistently delivered to our Customers.
Hit the Jackpot with Our Benefits
In return for everything you bring, we offer an exciting role in a dynamic business and a great rewards package. We’ll help you build your skills and career as you work with us in a business that never stands still. This means you’ll have access to:
(email address removed) – a physical and mental wellbeing app for you and your family giving you fast remote access to a GP for advice and more
Thrive App – for your mental wellbeing approved by the NHS
My Eva – an online financial expert to help with any money-related matters
Buzz Brights Apprenticeships including – Customer Service Level 3
Buzz Learning, our digital learning platform with access to 100s of online courses
In-house Training – Fire safety, Food safety 1 & 2, COSHH and more
Access to Trained Mental Health Advocates for advice on your mental wellbeing
4 weeks Annual Leave plus Public Holidays (Prorated accordingly for part time Colleagues)
Staff discount 50% off bingo tickets, food & soft drinks
Your Responsibilities as Part of Our Team
Develop an in-depth knowledge of our menu, suppliers and agreed procedure of how to produce all dishes
Monitor and record wastage, reporting to the Duty Manager/General Manager on all issues that arise
Operate in accordance with the Companies Operating Manuals, standards and procedures
Check-in food deliveries, completing administration and storage of the same correctly
Make sure stock rotation (FIFO) and stock counts are completed accurately
Maintain agreed stock holding/ stock levels and assist with stock order requirements
Consistently cook food from our menu to specification and company standards
Make sure food is prepared for the Customer in a timely manner
Weigh or measure ingredients as required
Wash, peel or cut various foods to prepare for cooking and serving
Prepare sauces and dressings
Operate equipment and small appliances safely in relation to cooking food
Clean and clear down the kitchen areas after service, making sure storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
Motivate, encourage and lead the team in the kitchen
Complete other ad hoc duties as requested
Ensuring you create a Safer Gambling Environment for all our Customers and Colleagues across all of our channels; online, in club and live
The Winning Combination We’re Looking For
Previous experience of cooking to specification, following directions and producing meals based on brand standards
Highly experienced in a kitchen environment
It is desirable you have previous experience of cooking from a 'cook to order' menu
The ability to work in a busy kitchen environment and remain calm under pressure
Knowledge of legal cooking requirements, including minimum temperatures etc.
It is also desirable you have a current Food Hygiene Certificate
Willing to work flexible/unsociable hours to meet the needs of the business
Your communication skills are good and you are able to build productive working relationships with others
As an equal opportunities employer, Buzz Bingo is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our workplace culture is inclusive and we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply and join us here at Buzz Bingo. We encourage our Colleagues to be themselves as we believe our differences as individuals make us stronger as a team.
Applicants must be 18