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**Cook - Entry-Level Opportunity at Sparky’s Bar & Lounge**

We’re looking for someone ready to take their first step into running a small, one-person kitchen. No fancy titles, no big egos — just solid cooking, a good attitude, and a willingness to grow with us. You’ll be prepping, cooking, and keeping things clean and organised, all while helping shape the food side of a buzzing local venue.

**Overview** We’re not after top chefs chasing big paychecks. We’re looking for someone real — someone ready to take their first step into running a small kitchen, learning the ropes, and growing with us. This is a one-person kitchen setup, ideal for someone who wants to build something from the ground up in a supportive, community-driven venue.

**What You’ll Be Doing**
- Cooking simple, tasty wholesome food for our customers
- Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and safe
- Managing prep and service solo — no drama, just solid work
- Helping shape the menu as we grow
- Working closely with the team to keep things smooth and friendly

**What We’re Looking For**
- No fancy CV needed — just basic cooking skills and a good attitude
- Willingness to learn and take ownership of a small kitchen
- Reliable, honest, and ready to muck in
- Someone who wants to grow with us, not just fill a gap
- National Minimum Wage — this is about opportunity to grow, not ego

If you’re looking for a fresh start, a chance to prove yourself, and a team that’s building something special — we’d love to hear from you.

**Key Duties**
- Prepare and cook a variety of dishes to match our menu and vibe
- Assist with meal prep so everything’s ready for service
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and up to food safety standards
- Manage stock levels and report shortages
- Work solo during service — no drama, just solid cooking
- Help shape the menu with fresh ideas
- Support busy shifts and ensure customers get great food, fast

**Skills Needed**
- **Basic cooking skills** - Able to prep and cook simple dishes confidently
- **Food safety awareness** - Knows how to keep a kitchen clean and compliant
- **Good organisation** - Can manage solo service and keep things running smoothly
- **Clear communication** - Works well with the team and keeps things honest
- **Willingness to learn** - Open to feedback and keen to grow with Sparky’s
- **Reliability** - Shows up, works hard, and takes pride in the job
- **Attention to detail** - Especially in presentation and hygiene
- **Passion for food** - Doesn’t need to be a pro, just genuinely enjoys cooking
- **Team spirit** - Even in a one-person kitchen, you’re part of something bigger

**What You Don’t Need**
- ❌ Fancy qualifications or culinary school training
- ❌ Years of restaurant experience or Michelin-star ambitions
- ❌ A big ego — this is a one-person kitchen, not a chef’s stage
- ❌ Demands for high-end pay — this role is National Minimum Wage
- ❌ Someone just looking to fill a gap or coast through shifts

We’re building something real at Sparky’s — and we want someone who’s ready to grow with us, not just clock in and out.
- **Must have at least one checkable reference from a previous employer.**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: £17,000.00-£18,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 15 - 30 per week

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SparkAug25
Expected start date: 28/08/2025