Paid Culinary Internship in a Fair Trade organisation in London, United Kingdom

Descripción del empleo

Our collaborator is a Fair Trade organisation focused on business innovation and skills exchange. They explore and validate business ideas, develop business plans, and utilise social media for multi-channel marketing. Their hospitality services, based in London venues, include corporate functions in digital marketing and service tours. Their goal is to enhance international collaboration and sustainable practices in challenging trade environments.

Tareas

• Assist the Senior Chef de Partie with food preparation and cooking

• Prepare fresh ingredients including washing, peeling, chopping, measuring, and seasoning

• Handle simpler dishes and support with plating and portion control

• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards

• Clean and sanitize workstations and kitchen equipment

• Learn and apply stock control and ingredient rotation procedures

• Collaborate with other kitchen staff and adjust to different tasks and situations

• Ensure proper food storage and handling as per safety standards

Requisitos

• Passion for culinary arts and willingness to learn

• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment

• Team player with good communication skills

• Adaptability to various kitchen tasks and responsibilities

• Physical stamina to meet the demands of kitchen work

Condiciones

• Training in a professional kitchen under the guidance of a Senior Chef

• Development of fundamental culinary skills and techniques

• Exposure to real kitchen operations and procedures

• Career progression opportunities in the culinary field

• Salary and support for future career development

Availability and hours: Full-time internship with shift-based work; exact schedule to be determined upon placement

Location: London, United Kingdom