Asado Chef (BBQ)

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Asado styled Chef to join our small team. The Asado Chef will be responsible for preparing and cooking traditional Argentinian barbecue dishes, known as "asado," with precision and expertise. This role requires an understanding of Argentinean cuisine, particularly grilling techniques and meat preparation.

Friday & Saturday -  11h00 to 15h00

Total of 8 hours per week @ 20.00 per hour)

Key Responsibilities :

Prepare and cook a variety of meats, including beef, pork, chicken, and sausages, using traditional Argentinian grilling methods and techniques.

Season and marinate meats with authentic Argentinian spices and flavors, ensuring optimal taste and texture.

Monitor grilling temperatures and adjust cooking methods as needed to achieve desired results, such as rare, medium, or well-done.

Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of asado dishes according to customer orders.

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the grilling area, including regular cleaning of grills, utensils, and work surfaces.

Assist in inventory management and stock control for meat and barbecue-related ingredients and supplies.

Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards at all times.

Contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment, fostering teamwork, communication, and mutual respect among colleagues.

Qualifications :

Proven experience as a Chef specialising in grilling techniques.

Extensive knowledge of Argentinean barbecue culture, including different cuts of meat, seasoning methods, and regional variations.

Strong culinary skills, with the ability to prepare and cook meats to perfection over an open flame or grill.

Excellent attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality food and dining experiences.

Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

To join our team you will need to :

• work with initiative as part of a team
• have a calm, cheerful and helpful disposition
• work within our Honesty Shop standards, respecting food safety and health and safety requirements

Honesty Group is an independent business operating pubs, restaurants, coffeeshops, and farm shops as well as serving our online and wholesale customers. Opened in 2014, Honesty Group now runs 15 sites across Berkshire and Hampshire, with our strong community-led values, and people-first approach separating us from our competitors. We are committed to holding ourselves to the highest standards with regards to the environment and sustainability, with all our food made by hand by our incredible team of chefs and bakers utilising fresh, seasonal, local ingredients (where possible) and served to our customers by dedicated, healthy and happy staff. We are Real Living Wage employers.